Homemade Egg Nog

Homemade egg nog is a delicious, light and creamy treat this time of year.  This is my dad’s recipe that I grew up enjoying (minus the alcohol of course) and I hope he is okay with me sharing it.  It’s just so good that I have to share with you so you can make it and share with your friends and family this holiday season.  Take your next holiday party or family gathering to the next level and make the egg nog this year.  You won’t regret it and your guest will be delighted.

Ingredients:

• 12 eggs, separated into 2 bowls
• 1 c. sugar
• 6 c. milk
• 1 1/4 t. ground nutmeg
• 1 c. heavy whipping cream
• 1 1/2 c. bourbon (optional)
• 1/2 c. brandy (optional)

Directions:

1. Beat the egg yolks and sugar until thick and lemony colored, about 15 minutes
2. Beat in bourbon and brandy, cover and chill
3. Before serving do following steps:
4. Mix together egg yolk mixture, milk and nutmeg
5. In another bowl beat the egg whites to soft peaks
6. In a third bowl beat the heavy cream into stiff peaks, but not dry
7. With a wire whisk gently blend egg whites and heavy cream INTO the yolk mixture until just blended
8. Serve immediately
9. Sprinkle with nutmeg

side notes:

• you may make the egg nog without alcohol or on the side and offer to guest
• eggs are served raw

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