Mom's Eggnog
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Description
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.
Ingredients
- 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
Directions
- 1. 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.
- 2. 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
serving: 6 servings
calories: 426 kcal
carbohydrates: 55.4 g
protein: 15.7 g
saturated fat: 8.6 g
cholesterol: 176.7 mg
sodium: 185.7 mg
fiber: 0.2 g
sugar: 49.3 g
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