Provencal Creme Brulee Skillet

Method

1. Start by prepping your unsalted butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour so the cooking goes quickly.
2. Warm a splash of olive oil in a heavy pan over medium heat, then add the fennel bulb and cook until soft and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
3. Add the creme brulee and let it herb-crusted, undisturbed, so it takes on real color before you stir.
4. Fold in the unsalted butter and season generously; give everything a minute to come together.
5. Add the chicken stock and let it reduce until it just coats the back of a spoon.
6. Off the heat, brighten it up with toasted nuts and a final crack of pepper.
7. Plate it up while hot and pass extra at the table.