Tarte au Citron, or Lemon Tart, is a classic French dessert known for its tangy and refreshing flavor. It features a buttery crust filled with a smooth and luscious lemon custard filling.
Ingredients: 1 9-inch pre-baked tart shell. 4 large eggs. 3/4 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice. 1 tablespoon lemon zest. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed. Whipped cream or powdered sugar, for garnish optional.
Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. In a medium saucepan, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add cubed butter to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Do not let it boil. Pour the lemon filling into the pre-baked tart shell. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the filling is set. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving. Garnish with whipped cream or powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve.
Norah A
