Caramel-Peanut Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Place 1 cup sugar in a heavy skillet; cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until sugar melts and forms a light brown syrup.
2. 2
   Reduce heat to low; gradually add boiling water in a slow stream, stirring constantly with a wire whisk.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Combine 1 cup sugar and flour in a heavy saucepan; stir well.
5. 5
   Add egg yolks, milk and caramelized sugar mixture; stir well.
6. 6
   Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens.
7. 7
   Stir in the chopped peanuts and vanilla.
8. 8
   Pour into pastry shells.