Lemon-orange filling

10 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupSugar
cupAll-purpose flour
¼teaspoonSalt
¼cupWater
2tablespoonsOrange rind; grated
1tablespoonLemon rind; grated
cupOrange juice
¼cupLemon juice
4Egg yolks; well beaten

Directions

Recipe by: Southern Living Preparation Time: 0:10 Combine sugar, flour, salt, and water in a heavy saucepan; stir well. Stir in fruit rind and juices. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Gradually stir about one-fourth of hot mixture into egg yolks; add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly. Return to a boil; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and let cool completely. (Mixture will be thick.) Yield: 2-¼ cups.