Crème brûlée and meringue

After the sporting exertions of the last couple of days, I decided to have a quiet day.  After feeding the doves, I set to on a mission to improve my baking skills. I don't really go much beyond bread and flapjack.  I had three eggs that needed eating and the internet suggested I make meringues and crème brûlée.  They tasted fine but the crème brûlée was a bit stiff and the texture not silky smooth.  I will have to try again.