In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
Remove the pan from heat, whisking in sugar, zest and lemon juice. Add the yolks to pan, one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
Return pan to medium-low heat, whisking constantly until mixture thickens or coats the back of a wooden spoon.
Immediately press mixture through a mesh strainer into a clean bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pressed to the surface, or transfer to a smaller storage container. Cool to room temperature and then store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
Recipe yields roughly 1 cup.An original recipe from Baked by Rachel
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