Orange Curd
with Candied Orange Peel
| Juice and grated zest of 4 oranges |
115g ( 4 oz ) candied orange peel |
| 225g ( 8oz ) unsalted butter |
175g ( 6oz ) castor sugar |
| 6 egg yolks, size 3 |
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Put the orange zest, orange
juice, candied orange peel, butter and sugar in a heatproof bowl and place over
a saucepan of gently boiling water. Do not allow the bottom of the bowl to rest
in the water. Heat the mixture gently, stirring all the time, until all the
sugar has dissolved and the butter has melted.
Strain the egg yolks into the bowl and continue to stir the
mixture over gently simmering water until the curd thickens. This should take
about 30 minutes. Stir the mixture occasionally at first, but constantly towards
the end of the cooking so that the curd cooks evenly and does not curdle. The
water should not boil.
Pour the curd into warm, dry, sterilized jars, cover and
seal. Store in a cool dark place till required, and refrigerate after opening.
Makes about 1 cup