LEMON-GINGER CREME BRULEE

Lemon-Ginger Creme Brulee image

Everyone raves about the combination of lemon and ginger in this version of the classic custard treat. It never lasts long! -Scott Hunter, Sherman Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
8 egg yolks, beaten
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

In a large heavy saucepan, heat the cream, 1/3 cup sugar and ginger until bubbles form around sides of pan. Remove from the heat; stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Stir in extracts., Transfer to six 6-oz. ramekins or custard cups. Place in a baking pan; add 1 in. of boiling water to pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 25-30 minutes or until centers are just set (mixture will jiggle). Remove ramekins from water bath; cool for 10 minutes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Combine brown sugar and remaining sugar. If using a creme brulee torch, sprinkle custards with sugar mixture. Heat sugar with the torch until caramelized. Serve immediately., If broiling the custards, place ramekins on a baking sheet; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar mixture. Broil 8 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes or until sugar is caramelized. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 35g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 382mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.