The time of year is coming. I’m talking about the holiday season when people dig out their old family egg nog recipes and start thinking about Christmas.
I don’t have old family recipes for egg nog, but I do have a recipe. It’s a non-alcoholic version so it’s safe for the kiddies.
1/3 cup sugar
2 egg yolks
1/4 tsp. salt
4 cups milk
2 egg whites
3 tbsp. sugar
Brandy or rum flavoring to taste
1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped
Ground nutmeg
Beat 1/3 cup sugar into the egg yolks. Add the salt then stir in the milk. Cook over medium heat.. stirring constantly until the mixture coats a spoon. Cool. Beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add the 3 tbsp. sugar, beating until they form soft peaks. Add to the custard and mix thoroughly. Add the vanilla and flavoring. Chill for 3 or 4 hours. Pour into a punch bowl or cups. Dot with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg.
Serves 6 to 8.
Yum…that sounds good. I love egg nog but I have never made it. But I may have to try this recipe.