My great-aunt ran a catering business for decades and took her recipes to the grave — almost. This old fashioned rice pudding is adapted from the one card she left behind, and according to my mom, it’s even creamier than the original. Worth every stir.

Crème brûlée feels like a $16 splurge — the kind of dessert people order to feel fancy. But here’s the secret: it’s one of the easiest desserts you can make at home, and four servings cost about the same as one at a restaurant. No fancy skills required, and you have to make it ahead — so it’s actually the least stressful impressive dessert in existence. Keep reading below for my recipe, tips, and tricks to the best Creme Brulee!