Amazingly Good Eggnog Recipe

Ingredients for Amazingly Good Eggnog

• 8 cups whole milk
• Whole Cloves
• Vanilla Extract
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 6 large egg yolks
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• Light Rum
• Light Cream
• freshly grated nutmeg, to taste

How to Make Amazingly Good Eggnog

1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 8 cups whole milk, 6 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
2. Heat over very low heat for 12 minutes, ensuring the mixture does not scorch.
3. Slowly bring the milk mixture to a simmer (small bubbles around the edges). Do not boil.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large egg yolks and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Gradually whisk the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, ensuring the eggs are tempered and do not scramble.
6. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan.
7. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a spatula, for 3-5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon. Do not boil.
8. Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the cloves and cinnamon stick.
9. Let the eggnog cool completely (approximately 1 hour), stirring occasionally.
10. Stir in ½ cup dark rum (if using), 2 cups heavy cream, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
11. Refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste!
12. Before serving, grate fresh nutmeg generously over each glass. Enjoy!