Lemon Cream

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You may use this as frosting or as a filling for cake. This recipe came from a filling for a fruit tart....just fill a baked tart shell with it, top with assorted fruit, brush with melted apple jelly and voila....

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Steps

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In a double boiler combine zest , eggs , sugar , and lemon juice.

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Whisk until blended.

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Simmer over low heat until thick , trying not to scramble the eggs !.

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When thick enough to coat a spoon , remove from heat.

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Stir in butter.

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Strain thru a mesh sieve.

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Chill until cool.

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Stir in whipping cream.

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Ingredients

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lemons, zest of, eggs, sugar, lemon juice, butter, heavy whipping cream