Ginger Creme Brulee

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   Preheat oven to 325F.

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   Combine cream and ginger in heavy medium saucepan.

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   Bring to simmer over medium heat.

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   Remove from heat; let stand 20 minutes.

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   Strain cream into small bowl, pressing on solids in sieve.

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   Whisk yolks and 1 cup sugar in medium bowl to blend.

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   Gradually whisk in warm cream.

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   Divide custard among eight 3/4-cup ramekins or custard cups.

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   Place ramekins in large roasting pan.

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    Pour enough warm water into pan to come halfway up sides of ramekins.

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    Bake custards just until set in center when pan is gently shaken, about 45 minutes.

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    Remove custards from water bath; chill uncovered until cold, at least 3 hours.

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    Cover and chill overnight.

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    Preheat broiler.

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    Place custards on baking sheet.

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    Sprinkle each with 1/2 teaspoon of remaining sugar.

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    Broil until sugar melts and caramelizes, turning sheet for even browning, about 1 minute.

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    Refrigerate custards until topping is cold and brittle, about 1 hour and up to 2 hours.

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    Garnish custards with strawberries and mint and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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