MOM'S EGGNOG

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A traditional eggnog for the holidays. Milk is sweetened and cooked with egg yolks to make a creamy custard. It is then lightened with whipped egg whites and topped with whipped cream and nutmeg.

Provided by MARKR

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Eggnog Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup white sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 quarts whole milk
4 egg yolks
4 egg whites
4 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 cup whipped cream, garnish

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, stir together sugar and flour. Gradually stir in the milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks until smooth. Ladle a small amount of the hot milk into the yolks and quickly whisk in. Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the hot milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • In a medium glass or metal bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 4 teaspoons sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. fold whites into eggnog and refrigerate until chilled. Serve garnished with a dollop of whipped cream and a dash of nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 176.7 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 185.7 mg, Sugar 49.3 g

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