These butterscotch creams, adapted from "The Making of a Cook," are smooth and custardy -- no fussy egg-tempering or smoking caramels required! SUBSCRIBE TO FOOD52 ►► http://bit.ly/2f1wNmqREAD MORE ►► https://f52.co/2JLx8agINGREDIENT LIST (Serves 6)1/2 cup (100g) dark brown sugar2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 cups (475ml) light or heavy cream (heavy cream recommended if not using a water bath)Pinch of salt8 large egg yolks2 teaspoons vanilla extractRoughly chopped toasted almonds, for sprinklingFULL RECIPE HERE ►► https://f52.co/2JJACueCONNECT WITH FOOD52Web: https://food52.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/food52Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Food52Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/food52Twitter: https://twitter.com/Food52Food52 newsletter: https://f52.co/newsletter ABOUT FOOD52As a one-stop shop for joyful living, F52 connects discerning home cooks with the interests they're passionate about via award-winning food and lifestyle content across platforms. We provide our audience with the recipes and solutions they crave to eat thoughtfully, live joyfully, entertain beautifully, and travel differently.