Strawberry Curd
- 1 1/4 cup fresh strawberry purée sub: 16 oz frozen strawberries, pureed
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice juice from 1/2 lemon
- 5 tbsp butter cut into small chunks
- In sauce pan, bring to simmer: sugar, strawberry puree, salt, egg yolks, lemon juice, and cornstarch over med heat.
- Whisking constantly, heat to 170°F.
- Remove from heat, whisk in butter one small piece at a time.
- Allow to cool to room temperature.
- Pour into jar, cover, and refrigerate.
Adapted from www.smells-like-home.com