Sous Vide Lemon Curd

Lemon curd is a sweet and sour, jam-like condiment that is great on pastries and tarts and can even be worked into savory dishes. Although you can now buy lemon curd in most supermarkets, the homemade version doesn't contain any preservatives or artificial flavors. Using sous vide to make it takes a lot of the guess work out of the process and makes it a very hands-off dish. This recipe makes a thick curd, for a thinner one just reduce the gelatin by about 50%.

This is a wonderfully versatile item to have on hand or to give as a hostess gift. If your idea of dessert involves lemon, then curd has lots of possibilities. It is also great lightened with creme fraiche or mascarpone and served with fresh berries. For a change of pace, try substituting blood orange juice or tangerine juice for the lemon -- equally delicious!

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