Amazingly Good Eggnog
This amazingly good eggnog recipe is thickened with egg yolks, flavored with warm spices, and a splash of rum for a creamy, festive adult beverage.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Combine milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, cinnamon, and cloves in a large saucepan over low heat; stir and heat for 5 minutes. Increase the heat to medium-low; Gradually bring to a boil. Remove from the heat.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Whisk egg yolks in a large bowl until they turn light yellow. Add sugar; whisk until light and fluffy.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Pour some of the hot milk mixture into egg yolk mixture; whisk quickly to avoid scrambling eggs. Continue adding hot milk and whisking until all milk is incorporated.'}
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4
{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Pour mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick, about 3 minutes; do not boil.'}
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5
{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Strain; let cool for 1 hour. Stir in cream, rum, remaining 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Refrigerate 8 hours to overnight before serving.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (12 servings total)