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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – This creme brulee recipe from Join Together Catering is sure to be a hit with any dinner party or a way to satisfy that sweet tooth!
Ingredients:
● 2 cups heavy cream
● 1 vanilla bean (split and scraped) or 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
● 5 large egg yolks
● 1/3 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for the topping)
● A small pinch of salt
Creme BruleeInstructions:Heat the heavy cream, vanilla seeds, and pod in a saucepan over medium heat just until it begins to simmerRemove from heat and let it steep for 10 minutesWhisk the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and salt together in a bowl until smoothSlowly pour the warm cream into the egg mixture while stirring constantly so the eggs do not cookStrain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.Place your ramekins inside a large baking pan and pour the custard evenly into themAdd hot water to the outer baking pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bathBake at 325°F (160°C) for 30 to 40 minutes until the edges are set but the center ramekins to create a water bathChill the custards in the refrigerator for at least 4 hoursSprinkle a thin layer of sugar over the top of each chilled custard and melt it with a kitchen torch until golden brown
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