What is the preparation time for this recipe?

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Can I substitute any ingredients?

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Is this recipe suitable for specific diets?

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How should leftovers be stored?

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Easy Apple Curd

Name: Easy Apple Curd
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (about 2–3 lbs depending on size); 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick); 4 large eggs; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Ingredients

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6 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (about 2–3 lbs depending on size)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Instructions

In a saucepan, combine the chopped apples, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until the apples are soft and translucent.
Remove from heat and blend the cooked apples until smooth.
In a bowl, whisk the eggs and gradually mix them into the apple puree, then slowly stir in melted butter.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat for 8–12 minutes until thickened.
Stir in cinnamon, let cool, then transfer to a jar and refrigerate.

Notes

For a brighter apple flavor, reserve one tablespoon of lemon juice and stir in after chilling.

Author: Chef Rita
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 100
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 50mg