Ginger Creme Brulee

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Ginger Creme Brulee

Recipe By : CHEF DU JOUR CYNTHIA LONG DJ9217
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Chef De Jour Desserts
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Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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5 egg yolks
2 1/2 Ounces sugar
1 Pint heavy cream
2 Teaspoons ground ginger
1 Tablespoon fresh ginger -- peeled,chopped
Sugar for topping
Garnish:
Sliced Strawberries
Candied Ginger

Preheat oven to 350.
Place cream along with the ground and fresh ginger in a pot andbring to a
boil over medium heat.
Mix yolks and the sugar together. Temper the cream mixture with the yolk
mixture. Let the mixture cool and strain.,
Divide mixture into individual,shallow custard cups and place in
a larger pan. Place pan in oven and fill hal way up with hot water.
Bake until custard is firm about 25-30.Remove cups from pan
and let cool. While custard is cooling preheat broiler. When cool,sprinkle
a little sugar on each cup. Place under broiler to caramelize. Garnish
with candied ginger and sliced strawberry.
Custard cups may also be caramelized using a blow torch.
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