Directions:

1. Set Skillet to 190ºF and add milk with vanilla. This will be just below a simmer.

2. In a separate bowl, whip yolks and sugar together until pale and foamy .

3. Unplug the skillet and temper yolk mixture by slowly adding hot milk to the egg mixture.

4. Return egg/milk mixture back into the Skillet with the remaining milk in the Skillet.

5. Set Skillet to 225ºF and using a thermometer, bring milk temperature to 175ºF stirring constantly.

6. Pour mixture into 4-ounce ramekins and �ll to top.

7. Wipe skillet out and add water to make sure there is 2½ inches of water in the Skillet. Set Skillet to 220ºF.

8. Place ramekins into Skillet.

9. Cover with lid and cook for 2½ hours or until they are set.

Tips:Sprinkle sugar on the top and broil in the oven for a couple minutes to give a �nishing touch.

Ingredients:

3 vanilla beans, split and scrapped (or 1 tablespoon vanilla ex tract)

1 quart milk or half and half

16 egg yolks

¾ cup sugar

Crème Brûlée (Serves 4-6)