Strawberry Curd

Strawberry Curd
Strawberry Curd might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. Watching your figure? This gluten free and vegetarian recipe has 42 calories, 1g of protein, and 2g of fat per serving. This recipe serves 30. This recipe covers 2% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Mother's Day. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 8 hours and 30 minutes. Head to the store and pick up sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and a few other things to make it today.

Instructions

1
Process strawberries in a blender or food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Press strawberries through a large wire-mesh strainer into a medium bowl, using back of a spoon to squeeze out juice; discard pulp and seeds.
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Combine sugar and cornstarch in a 3-qt. saucepan; gradually whisk in strawberry puree and fresh lime juice.
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Whisk in 3 large eggs and 2 egg yolks. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly, and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute.
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4
Remove from heat, and whisk in butter.
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5
Place plastic wrap directly on warm curd (to prevent a film from forming); chill 8 hours.
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Serve with hot biscuits, Strawberry-Lemonade Muffins, or use as a filling for tart shells.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In8 hrs, 30 m.
Servings30
Health Score0
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