Crema catalana  

Some friends had us over for an "Iberian-themed" dinner last night, and for dessert I decided to bring some crema catalana, which is similar to crème brûlée, but lighter and more festive. I'd never had it before, so I don't know how true to form my version was, but in any case it was delicious. For me the lovely citrus, cinnamon, and vanilla gave it a timely holiday feel.

The ramekins and the iron you see in the picture (as well as the recipe, come to think of it) were given to me by an old friend who lives just outside Barcelona.