Lemon desserts.
You see, this months Improv Cooking Challenge theme was lemons and sour cream. I searched high and low in my 'must-try recipes' word document (yes, I have a document saved with millions of recipes listed that I want to try), searched on pinterest, and finally discovered the perfect pick: this Lemon Sour Cream Tart. Oh snap, I was all over that.
slightly adapted from One Perfect Bite
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 3 egg yolks, beaten
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
If you want to toast the graham cracker crust a bit, preheat oven to 350 degrees and bake according to directions on package. Cool to room temperature.
Combine sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest and juice, egg yolks, and milk in a heavy saucepan. Cook on medium heat until thick, stirring constantly. Add butter and let mixture cool to room temperature. Stir in sour cream and pour filling into tart shell.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Top with dollops of whipped cream just before serving. Yield 8 to 10 servings.
I just realized I forgot to take a photo with the whipped topping. Oopsies. Oh well, look at Mary's... her slice is beautiful especially with that dollop of whipped topping! And the slice (ok, many slices) I had were so delicious even without it.
Loved this pie, and PJ even liked it when he had a slice, especially with that graham cracker crust. See, that's some good stuff. Can't wait to make some more lemony treats!
Be sure to check out other lemon and sour cream goodies from the Improv Cooking Challenge in the blog hop below:
Linking up here and here.
Peace, and bacon grease!
11 comments:
I'm with you - I never liked lemon desserts as a kid, but now I LOVE them! This pie looks and sounds wonderful!
Looks lovely. Great choice!
As usual, Lots of yummy yummy things here :D
xxx
That is one lovely pie. I have always been a humungous fan of lemon pie.
oh that looks really good!
I LOVE Lemon!!
Looks good and tarty. I need to make a pie for tomorrow, national pie day.
Great minds think alike!! Such a delicious recipe and so easy. I will be making this over and over and next time I may give the graham cracker crust a try.
Oh, Desi, your Lemon Sour Cream pie looks so delicious! I am excited to make it for my family! YUM!
I love lemon any and your pie looks creamy and delicious.
Mimi
Lemon pie is one of my favorite, but I usually see it with sweetened condensed milk. I love the use of sour cream instead! Great recipe!
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