Light Creme Brulee

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy saucepan, combine milk, cream, and vanilla bean; cook over med-low heat until bubbles form around edge of pan. Do not boil. Meanwhile place egggs and egg yolks in bowl. Combine sugar & cornstarch; beat into eggs.
2. 2
   Gradually pour in hot milk mixture, stirring constantly. Return to pan and cook over med-low heat, stirring until thick enough to coat back of metal spoon. Strain into 4 cup (l L) baking dish or 6 indiv custar cups. Let cool, stirring occas, refrigerate for at least 6 hrs or until firm.
3. 3
   About 2 hrs before serving, evenly spread Hazelnut Praline over custard place on baking sheet and broil for 3-4 mins or until praline is dark golden brown. refrigerate until chilled.