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Lemon-Orange Tart
A classic lemon tart requires making a stovetop curd, and too often its flavor winds up harsh and puckery. We found an easier, better way—no stovetop stirring required. We temper the brassiness of lemon with sweeter, gentler orange and simply combine sugar, zest, juice and eggs in a bowl. A little heavy cream softens the sharpness of the citrus. We pour the mixture into a warm prebaked tart shell, then bake it for about 30 minutes. Added to a warm pastry shell, the filling sets more quickly, which helps prevent the crust from becoming soft and soggy. The flavors are boldest if the tart is served at room temperature, but the dessert is more refreshing when lightly chilled. Either way, lightly sweetened whipped cream is a perfect accompaniment.
Makes one
9-inch tart
Don’t use bottled citrus juice. Freshly squeezed juices are essential for bright, bracing flavor. Be sure to strain the juices, too, to remove any seeds and bits of pulp. When making the filling, whisk gently, not vigorously, to avoid aeration. If a lot of air is incorporated, bubbles will rise to the surface during baking, giving the tart a pockmarked appearance.
1 hour 40 minutes
25 minutes active, plus cooling
Ingredients
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161
grams (¾ cup) white sugar
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2
tablespoons grated lemon zest, plus ½ cup lemon juice
Directions
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01Heat the oven to 325°F with a rack in the middle position. In a medium bowl, combine the sugar, both zests and the salt. Using your fingers, rub the zest into the sugar until fragrant and the mixture begins to clump. Add the whole eggs and yolks; whisk gently just until combined (avoid aerating the mixture). Whisk in the cream and both juices.