Lemon Filling (for Blitz Torte Etc.)
Ingredients:
1/4
c
Flour
1
c
Sugar
1/4
ts
Salt
1/3
c
Water
2
Egg Yolks, Beaten
2
ts
Lemon Rind, Grated
1
ts
Butter
1/4
c
Lemon Juice
Method:
Blend flour, sugar and salt in a saucepan; add water, stir until smooth.
Place over moderate heat, stir constantly until thick and clear.
(7-8 min.
) Beat egg yolks, add a little hot mixture, beat thoroughly, return to saucepan, stir vigorously; and cook another 2 min.
Remove from heat.
Blend in rind and butter, then lemon juice.
Cool.
From Meta Givens Modern Encyclopedia of Cooking.