Simple Fare, Fairly Simple

Creme Brulee is one of my most favorite things in the world! I love anything with a cream base to it and really...you almost can't get any more creamy than Creme Brulee. It's decadent. It's sinful. It's delicious. And worst of all...it's easy to prepare. That has to be the one thing I dislike most about it. It's just so stinkin' easy to make. Whenever IT Guy and I get dressed up for a nice dinner...and by that I mean something other Jack In The Box....I always scan the menu to see if Creme Brulee is on the menu. And if it is...I plan my meal accordingly to leave room to order this creamy yumminess. This recipe is the best I've ever had....and I don't make it often....but I do make it when I feel the need the dive into something delicious.

Crème Brulee

6 egg yolks
3 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup sugar

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Place 8 crème brulee dishes in a large baking pan. Set aside.

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend well for a few seconds. Pour into 8 crème brulee dishes that are inside the baking pan. Pour hot water in the baking pan until the water reaches half-way up the sides of the brulee dishes. Bake for 40 minutes. Carefully move to a wire rack and let cool. Cover individual dishes and place in the fridge. Chill for 2 – 3 hours or overnight.

To serve:

Set oven to broil.

Sprinkle each crème brulee with ¼ teaspoon of sugar. Place dishes on cookie sheet and broil for a minute or so until sugar has browned. Remove from oven and serve.