MAKEOVER CREAMY EGGNOG

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During the holidays, my family always reminds me to make the eggnog. I've been making it for nearly 40 years, and my daughter, daughter-in-law and I would like to see a makeover version. -Barbara Smith, Chipley, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 large eggs, separated
1 can (14 ounces) fat-free sweetened condensed milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups 2% milk, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
Additional ground nutmeg, optional

Steps:

In a small heavy saucepan, whisk the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk and salt until blended. Stir in 2 cups milk. Cook over medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes or until bubbles form around sides of pan and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly. (Do not boil.) Immediately remove from heat., Pour into a large bowl. Place bowl in an ice-water bath, stirring frequently until cooled. Stir in the vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Refrigerate until cold., In a small heavy saucepan, combine the egg whites, sugar and cream of tartar. With a hand mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating over low heat until egg mixture reaches 160°, about 4 minutes., Transfer to a bowl. Beat until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Gently stir into milk mixture until blended. Sprinkle servings with nutmeg if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.