classic creme brulee

How To Make classic creme brulee

• 1

  Preheat oven to 300.
• 2

  In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is thick and pale yellow.
• 3

  Add cream and vanilla, and continue to whisk until well blended.
• 4

  Strain into a large bowl, skimming off any foam or bubbles.
• 5

  Divide mixture among 6 ramekins or custard cups.
• 6

  Place in a water bath, and bake until set around the edges, but still loose in the center, about 40 to 50 minutes.
• 7

  Longer baking time will be required for larger, deeper ramekins.
• 8

  Remove from oven and leave in the water bath until cooled.
• 9

  Remove cups from water bath and chill for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days.
• 10

  When ready to serve, sprinkle about 2 teaspoons of sugar over each custard.
• 11

  For best results, use a small, hand-held torch to melt sugar.
• 12

  If you don't have a torch, place under the broiler until sugar melts.
• 13

  Re-chill custards for a few minutes before serving.
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