Vanilla Cream Brulee is a very popular dish in Portuguese dessert making. This specific variation is absolutely delicious because the Vanilla adds a great component to the smooth taste of the creme brulee. Simplicity and its fine texture make this dish perfect for a dinner party or just about any occasion really. It is one of my absolute favorite desserts and it is great because it can be just so easy to make, and the ingredients are really easy to find. Try it out and tell us what you think, if you have any questions or comments about this recipe place them in the comment box below.

Ingredients:
1 vanilla bean
2 l/2 cups heavy cream
8 egg yolks
l/4 cup superfine sugar

Directions:
1) Slit the vanilla bean length wise and put in a saucepan. Pour the cream into the pan, then bring almost to a boil. Take of the heat and allow to stand for 15 minutes for the vanilla flavor to develop.

2) Lift the vanilla bean out of the cream and holding it against the side of the saucepan, scrape the black seeds into the cream.

3) Use a fork to mix together the eggs and sugar in a bowl. Reheat the cream, then gradually mix it into the eggs and sugar. Strain the mixture back into the saucepan.

4) Place 6 ovenproof ramekins or custard cups in a roasting pan then divide the custard between them. Pour warm water around the dishes to come halfway up the sides, then bake in a preheated over at 350 degree Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes until the custard are just set with a slight softness at the center.

5) Leave the dishes to cool in the water, then lift them out and chill in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours. About 25 minutes before serving, sprinkle the tops with confectioners sugar. Caramelize using a blowtorch.

Serve and enjoy!

*Serves 6*