Directions

1. Set Skillet to 190ºF and add milk with vanilla. This will be just below a simmer.
2. In a separate bowl, whip yolks and sugar together until pale and foamy.
3. Unplug the skillet and temper yolk mixture by slowly adding hot milk to the egg mixture.
4. Return egg/milk mixture back into the Skillet with the remaining milk in the Skillet.
5. Set Skillet to 225ºF and using a thermometer, bring milk temperature to 175ºF stirring constantly.
6. Pour mixture into 4-ounce ramekins and fill to top.
7. Wipe skillet out and add water to make sure there is 2½ inches of water in the Skillet. Set Skillet to 220ºF.
8. Place ramekins into Skillet.
9. Cover with lid and cook for 2½ hours or until they are set.