Eggnog

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This family tradition involved even the kids at New Year's Eve. They got to help make it even if they didn't get to drink it. The beauty of this recipe is that every ingredient is one measure, which makes it easy to remember. Everybody from the great-grandparents to fraternity brothers have loved this one. I prefer Bourbon, but any whiskey, rum, brandy could be substituted. (If you use vodka, please don't tell me!) The old folks claimed the original recipe called for a Quart of Whiskey, but a pint is perfect.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
10
Yield:
10 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 quart milk

  • 1 pint heavy cream

  • 12 egg yolks

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 pint whiskey

  • 12 egg whites

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, blend the milk, cream, egg yolks, vanilla and whiskey using a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually sprinkle in the sugar while continuing to whip until stiff. Fold the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture, and pour into a punch bowl or large pitcher. Serve in mugs or cups garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg.

Editor's Notes:

This recipe contains raw eggs. We recommend that pregnant women, young children, the elderly and the infirm do not consume raw eggs. Learn more about egg safety from our article, How to Make Your Eggs Safe.

You may pasteurize your yolks and whites by heating them in separate bowls over a pan of simmering water. Stir constantly until the egg yolks or whites reach a temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Adding a little sugar to each one can help prevent them from 'scrambling' as quickly. Proceed as directed with the recipe. Warm egg whites actually whip more quickly.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

493 Calories
25g Fat
27g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 493
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g 32%
Saturated Fat 14g 71%
Cholesterol 319mg 106%
Sodium 134mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Total Sugars 25g
Protein 12g 23%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 174mg 13%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 271mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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