Eggnog

Name: Eggnog
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1.5 litres (6 cups)
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar; 2 teaspoons (10 ml) cornstarch; 2 eggs; 4 egg yolks; 5 cups (1.25 litres) milk, warm; 1/2 cup (125 ml) 35% cream; 1/2 cup (125 ml) dark rum; ¼ vanilla bean; 1 stick cinnamon; 1 clove; 1/8 teaspoon (0.5 ml) ground nutmeg

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Preparation 15 MIN

Cooking 5 MIN

Chilling 6 H
Makes 1.5 litres (6 cups)

Eggnog is a holiday classic for a reason. But this year, skip the store-bought and make it at home. It's easier than you think!

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Ingredients

1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar
2 teaspoons (10 ml) cornstarch
2 eggs
4 egg yolks
5 cups (1.25 litres) milk, warm
1/2 cup (125 ml) 35% cream
1/2 cup (125 ml) dark rum
¼ vanilla bean
1 stick cinnamon
1 clove
1/8 teaspoon (0.5 ml) ground nutmeg

Preparation

In a saucepan, off the heat, combine sugar and cornstarch. Add eggs and egg yolks and whisk until smooth. Add milk and cream, whisking continuously. Bring to a boil while stirring and scraping the bottom and sides of the pan. Remove from heat.
Add rum, vanilla and spices and mix thoroughly. Pour into a sealable container. Let cool. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
Strain eggnog through a fine sieve. If desired, pour over ice. Add milk or rum, to taste.

Content	% Daily Value
Calories 340
Total Fat 15 g
Saturated Fat 7 g
Sodium (salt) 130 mg
Carbohydrates 30 g
Fibre 0 g
Protein 11 g

Eggnog

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