1 head garlic, cut in half
8 sage leaves
2 sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
陆 tsp whole black peppercorns
2 tbsp maple syrup, for brushing
350ml/12fl oz double cream
6 free-range eggs
150驳/5陆辞锄 骋谤耻测猫谤别 cheese, grated
350ml/12fl oz full-fat milk
75驳/2陆辞锄 Parmesan, grated
8 rashers sweet-cured or smoked bacon, cut in half lengthways, rind reserved
8 stale hot cross buns, cut in half