Homemade Eggnog
"This delightful homemade eggnog recipe is a breeze to prepare and far more delicious than anything you can find in stores. Rich and creamy, it’s the perfect holiday treat!"
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Ingredients
- 3 cups 1% milk
- 1 vanilla bean
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- freshly grated nutmeg
- spiced rum or bourbon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup sugar
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, warm 2-1/2 cups of milk over medium heat.
- 2
Carefully slice the vanilla bean down the middle and extract the seeds; place both the seeds and the pod into the saucepan, allowing it to simmer gently.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together the eggs, sugar, and cornstarch until the mixture achieves a pale yellow color.
- 4
Gradually introduce the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture by pouring in approximately 1 cup at a time, whisking continuously to avoid curdling (this step is crucial to prevent scrambling the eggs).
- 5
Transfer the combined mixture back into the saucepan.
- 6
Return the saucepan to medium heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon until the eggnog starts to thicken, which should take about 6-7 minutes.
- 7
Once thickened, take the pan off the heat and immediately mix in the remaining 1/2 cup of milk to halt the cooking process.
- 8
Discard the vanilla pod, allow the mixture to cool, then pour it into a pitcher and refrigerate until you're ready to serve.
- 9
If you wish, add your choice of liquor to the eggnog for an extra kick, and finish with a sprinkle of nutmeg for garnish.
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Notes & Tips
- Recipe adapted from the Food Network