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If you've misplaced your recipe for a classic eggnog cocktail, look no further. This creamy drink is sure to usher you into a sweet holiday slumber. Ingredients:
1 quart milk |
12 eggs |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1 1/2 cups sugar |
3/4 cup to 1 1/2 cups bourbon |
1 tablespoon vanilla extract |
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, divided |
1 quart whipping cream |
Directions:
1. Heat milk in a large saucepan over medium heat. (Do not boil.)
2. Beat eggs and salt at medium speed with an electric mixer until thick and pale; gradually add sugar, beating well. Gradually stir about one-fourth of hot milk into egg mixture; add to remaining hot milk, stirring constantly.
3. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, 25 to 30 minutes or until milk mixture thickens and reaches 160°.
4. Stir in bourbon, vanilla, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Remove from heat, and cool. Cover and chill up to 2 days.
5. Beat whipping cream at medium speed with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold whipped cream into milk mixture. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg before serving.
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