Amazing Lavender Crme Brle
Lavender has a magical way of transforming recipes & this crème brûlée is no exception. If you love the traditional crème brûlée or just love lavender then please try this! From the cape cod table" . Time to make doesn't inlcude time in fridge...."
Steps
To make the custard: add the cream , lavender , vanilla , and salt to a heavy-bottomed 2-quart saucepan set over moderate heat.
Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon or whisk.
When the mixture begins to simmer , remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour to allow the flavor of the lavender to steep into the cream.
Or , to extract the maximum flavor , cool the mixture to room temperature , cover , and refrigerate overnight.
Preheat the oven to 325f with the rack in the center position.
Reheat the infused cream to a bare simmer , stirring once or twice.
In a large mixing bowl , whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until light yellow and slightly thickened.
Pour in the hot cream , whisking to mix completely.
Strain the custard through a fine sieve into a large measuring cup or spouted pitcher , and skim off any bubbles.
Fill six 8-ounce ramekins or brle dishes almost to the top with the custard , and place them in a shallow ro.
Ingredients
heavy cream, dried lavender, pure vanilla extract, salt, egg yolks, granulated sugar