Lemon Filling for Cakes

Directions

In a small saucepan combine sugar and cornstarch.

Stir in water. Stir in egg yolks, lemon peel and lemon juice.

Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly. Cook for two minutes more.

Stir in butter until melted.

Cover surface with clear plastic wrap; cool.

Makes enough to spread between two 8 or 9 inch cake layers(about 1 cup).

Microwave directions: In a 1-quart casserole combine sugar and cornstarch.

Stir in water.

Stir in egg yolks, lemon peel and lemon juice.

Micro cook, uncovered, on 100% power(high) for 3 to 4 minutes or until thickened and bubbly, stirring every minute.

Cook 30 seconds more. Stir in butter until melted.

Cover; cool.