OLD-FASHIONED EGGNOG

Old-Fashioned Eggnog image

Celebrating the holidays with eggnog is an American tradition that dates back to Colonial days. I toast the season with this smooth and creamy concoction that keeps family and friends coming back from more. -Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 16 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

12 large eggs
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 quarts whole milk, divided
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups heavy whipping cream
Optional: Whipped cream, additional nutmeg and cinnamon sticks

Steps:

In a heavy saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually add 1 qt. milk. Cook and stir over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°, about 25 minutes. Pour into a large bowl; stir in vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Place bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until cool. If mixture separates, process in a blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours., When ready to serve, beat cream in a bowl on high until soft peaks form; whisk gently into cooled mixture. Pour eggnog into a chilled 5-qt. punch bowl. If desired, top with dollops of whipped cream, sprinkle with additional nutmeg and serve with cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.