THE VERY BEST EGGNOG, EVER
Variations of this recipe can be found on many web pages. One page credits the NY Time but I am a Times Select member and have not been able to find it there. Wherever it came from, it's really the best recipe. Below is how I've been making it for years. I usually double or triple the recipe because it goes fast in my house. I put it in empty decorative rum bottles. The alcohol is optional - it's delicious without it and kids love it. I add the alcohol to part of it and leave the rest plain so that each person can add as much of the type of alcohol they prefer. I like to add a bit of rum and bit of orange liquor such as Grand Marnier. This is great stuff so don't skimp on the spices - use fresh ones, especially nutmeg.
Provided by MarielC
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 2h30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine milk and spices including vanilla bean in a heavy saucepan and let them infuse over lowest possible heat for 5 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, combine yolks and sugar in a large bowl and whisk until well mixed.
- Bring milk just to a boil and very gradually whisk it into the yolk mixture. Do this a few tablespoons at a time at first, stir very well before adding more hot milk (this is called tempering the egg yolks and prevents them from overcooking and curdling). Return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring steadily with a wooden spoon, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until foam subsides and mixture thickens to consistency of heavy cream. Mixture should thickly coat the back of a wooden spoon. Do not boil, or mixture will curdle. Keep the heat at medium.
- Strain mixture into a large bowl and let cool to room temperature. Stir in half-and-half (or the other substitutions mentioned above), vanilla extract, nutmeg and rum and brandy if using. If you choose you can leave the alcohol out.
- Refrigerate eggnog until cold, at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. Just before serving, dust top of eggnog with additional freshly grated nutmeg.
- Note: "half-and-half" is NOT a mixture of half cream and half milk, but it is equal in butterfat content to a mixture of 1/4 cream and 3/4 milk.
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Bigyan Thapa
[email protected]This eggnog is the perfect holiday drink. It's warm and comforting, and it always puts me in a festive mood.
black Beast
[email protected]I love that this eggnog is made with real cream. It makes it so rich and creamy.
mohamed kargbo
[email protected]This eggnog is a great make-ahead drink. I can make it a few days in advance and it's always delicious.
Knowledge Echardt
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up my leftover egg yolks.
Sahar Mehrabi
[email protected]This eggnog is the best I've ever had. It's so creamy and delicious, and it always puts me in a festive mood.
Angel Rodriquez
[email protected]I've made this eggnog several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect drink for a holiday party.
Mouzzam mouzzam
[email protected]This eggnog is so easy to make. I can have it ready in just a few minutes.
Sayra Choc
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh nutmeg. It really makes a difference in the flavor.
Dawar Abbas
[email protected]This eggnog is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. It's not too heavy, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Amber Houston
[email protected]I've never been a fan of eggnog, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and creamy, I can't resist it.
Guillermo Valencia
[email protected]This eggnog is a must-try for any eggnog lover.
DJ AP
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best eggnog I've ever tasted.
Tshiamo Thabane
[email protected]This eggnog is so good, I could drink it every day.
Crystal Murphy
[email protected]I've been making this eggnog for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect drink for a holiday party.
Tina Fore
[email protected]This is the easiest eggnog recipe I've ever tried. It's so simple to make, and it always turns out great.
Biplob Raju
[email protected]I love that this eggnog is made with fresh ingredients. It makes a big difference in the flavor.
Preslav Dimchev
[email protected]This eggnog is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it always puts me in a festive mood.
Simpson
[email protected]I'm not usually a big fan of eggnog, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful, I can't get enough of it.
Jdj Hehejj
[email protected]I made this eggnog for my Christmas party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
Bishnu Shrestha
[email protected]This eggnog is the best I've ever had! It's so creamy and rich, with just the right amount of spice. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.