Lemon butter

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Cooking time: Less than 15 minutes

Serves: 10 or more

Type: Easy

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Ingredients

125g unsalted butter, cut up
1 egg yolk
3 whole eggs
Finely grated zest of 3 lemons
1⁄2 cup lemon juice mixed with 1⁄4 cup water
3⁄4-1 cup caster sugar, to taste

Preparation method

1. Place butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Heat on HIGH (100%) for 15-20 seconds until melted. Lightly whisk together remaining ingredients; stir into butter.

2. Cook on HIGH for 5 minutes, one minute at a time for the first 3 minutes, then in 30-second bursts, whisking well after each period.

3. Pour mixture into small jars; cool completely. Cover and refrigerate.

Use strained lemon juice if you prefer a smoother texture.

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