HOMEMADE HOLIDAY EGGNOG

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"For variations of this favorite holiday beverage, I sometimes stir in vanilla or 1-1/2 cups of strong coffee. Whipped cream is a pretty garnish, so are chocolate curls or cinnamon sticks."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 eggs
1 cup sugar
3 cups milk, divided
3 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, combine the eggs, sugar, 1 cup milk and 1 cup cream. Cook and stir over medium heat for about 25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon., Pour into a large bowl; stir in nutmeg and the remaining milk and cream. Place bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until mixture is cool. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

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