Classic Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee

One of my favourites dessert  is the original taste of creme brulee.
The classic creme brulee has spawned countless flavor variations, yet this refines version is elegant in its simplicity.
A vaniilla bean is a must for superb flavor; vanilla extract is not an equal substitute.
I love to make this not only for special occasions.

Preheat the oven to 275degree F. No matter what you will make, you have to preheat the oven before start making it.
SERVES 6
2 cups heavy (whipping) cream
4-inch piece vanilla bean, split lenghwise
6 large egg yolks
1/3 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons granulated sugar for topping

Pour the cream into a medium saucepan
Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean into the cream, and add the vanila pod.
Place over medium heat until small bubbles form around the edges of the pan.
Remove from the heat and remove the vanila pod and scrape any remaining seeds into the cream
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale in color

Slowly Pour the cream into eggs +sugar and mix together max 1 minute medium speed and stop it.

Place standard -size flan dishes in a baking pan. divide the custard mixture among the dishes. Pour warm water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the dishes.

Bake in the iven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center of each custard still jiggles slightly.
Remove from the oven and lift dishes from the hot water.
Let cool briefly and refrigerate for at least two hours. But, i prefer overnight.

When ready to serve, sprinkle the granulated sugar over each custard. Using a torch tool, caramelize the sugar.

Hm.. it's very yummy... You should try to make it ^0^
PS: i should caramelize the sugar more so it looks more delicious. i'll try to make again when i have a free time :p