Black-And-White Creme Brulee

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   Cook 3/4 c. whipping cream and 7 1/2 squares of chocolate in a heavy saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth.

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   Pour into a large bowl.

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   Whisk together remaining 3 cups of whipping cream, 9 yolks, 3/4 c. of sugar and 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla until sugar dissolves and mixture is smooth.

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   Whisk 1 1/2 c. of egg mixture into chocolate mixture until smooth.

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   Cover and chill remaining egg mixture.

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   Pour chocolate mixture evenly into 9 (8 oz.) custard cups; place cups in a 13x9-inch pan.

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   Add hot water to pan to a depth of 1/2 inch.

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   Bake at 325u00b0 for 30 minutes or until almost set.

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   (Center will be soft.) Slowly pour remaining egg mixture evenly over custards and bake 20 to 25 more minutes or until set.

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    Cool custards in water in pan on a wire rack.

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    Remove from pan; cover and chill at least 8 hours. Sprinkle each custard with 1 Tbsp. brown sugar; place custards in a pan.

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    Torch top of custard with hot flame until sugar melts.

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    Let stand for a few minutes to allow sugar to harden.

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    If you do not have a torch you can use the broiler; 5 1/2 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially open) about 2 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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