Homemade Lemon Curd

Instructions

1. In a saucepan off the heat, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch and zest. Whisk in the eggs and egg yolks. Add the water and lemon juice and mix well. Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly and scraping the sides and bottom of the pan until the mixture thickens. Remove from the heat. Pass through a sieve to remove any lumps. Whisk in the butter until smooth.
2. Transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface of the curd. Let cool, then refrigerate for 4 hours or until completely chilled.
3. Use to make cannoli with Cannoli with Mascarpone Lemon Cream or serve with Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf.