Creme Brulee

Directions

1. 1
   In saucepan over medium heat, heat cream.
2. 2
   Do not boil.
3. 3
   In larger pan, beat egg yolks with wire whisk, adding sugar until well blended; slowly stir in cream.
4. 4
   Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture just coats the back of the spoon, approximately 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Stir in vanilla.
6. 6
   Pour into 1 1/2-quart casserole/souffle dish or individual serving dishes and refrigerate until well chilled.
7. 7
   One hour prior to serving, carefully sift brown sugar over chilled mix.
8. 8
   Broil 3 to 4 minutes until sugar melts, making a shiny top.
9. 9
   Chill again until serving.