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Holiday Nog

A creamy, spiced beverage perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 glasses
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: rum or bourbon to taste

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Strainer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream over medium heat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and egg yolks until pale and creamy.
  3. Slowly pour a small amount of the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
  4. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk and cream.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  6. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly (about 10 minutes).
  7. Remove from heat and strain the nog through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl.
  8. Let the nog cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
  9. Serve in glasses and add rum or bourbon if desired.

Notes

For a festive touch, garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg or a cinnamon stick.