OLD-FASHIONED EGGNOG

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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

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.

Picacho Pica
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This eggnog is the best! It's the perfect holiday drink.


Ayanna Cornelius
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I love this eggnog! It's so creamy and delicious.


Whitney Nance
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This eggnog is so good! It's the perfect drink to warm you up on a cold winter day.


adnan hamid
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I've made this eggnog several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect drink to serve at holiday parties.


Cruelty
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This eggnog is delicious and easy to make. It's a great way to use up leftover egg yolks.


Roxana Palafox
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I love this eggnog! It's the perfect way to celebrate the holidays.


Reja ul
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This eggnog is so creamy and rich. It's the perfect holiday drink.


Shawn Nickerson
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I made this eggnog for my Christmas party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Manno Princess
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This eggnog is delicious! It's the perfect drink to warm you up on a cold winter day.


precious chukwuashi
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I've tried many eggnog recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and it's always a hit with my guests.


Mostafa Alaa
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This eggnog is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just serve it when I'm ready.


Nicholas McNamara
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I made this eggnog for my family and they loved it! It was a big hit at our holiday party.


Irfan Ramzan
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This eggnog is the best I've ever had! It's so creamy and rich, and the flavor is perfect. I love that it's made with real eggs and cream, and it's not too sweet. I will definitely be making this again and again.