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Orange Curd
 
3 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 stick (4 ounces) cold unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons
 
In a small heavy saucepan, whisk together the eggs and egg yolks.
Whisk in the sugar, then whisk in the citrus juices and zests. Add
the butter and whisk constantly over moderately low heat until the
mixture thickens, about 8 minutes; do not let it boil. Immediately
strain the curd into a bowl. Press plastic wrap directly on the
surface of the curd and cut 6 small steam vents in the plastic.
Refrigerate the curd overnight; it can be refrigerated for up to
1 week.  Makes about 1 2/3 cups

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