4 lemons, unwaxed or rinsed and scrubbed ½ cup (125g) heavy cream ¾ cup (145g) granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling 4 large eggs (210g) ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons (125g) lemon juice ...

The first time I smacked a spoon into ramekin of creme brulee, cracking the brittle sugar ... Line the bottoms of three ...