3 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 each lemon, grated rind of
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp butter
1 cup water, boiling
Directions
Combine the sugar, salt and cornstarch and mix thoroughly. Slowly add
the water and cook in a double boiler until mixture thickens. Add the
butter and stir until melted. Stir in the grated lemon rind and
juice. Source: Pennsylvania Dutch Cook Book - Fine Old Recipes,
Culinary Arts Press, 1936.
Servings: 1 servings
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