Aunt Kats Creamy Eggnog Recipes

CREAMY EGGNOG RECIPE

Steps:

• Combine milk, cream, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg in a saucepan over low-medium heat. Gently bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove from the heat and allow to steep.
• In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until combined and thick ribbons form when whisk is lifted. Gradually whisk in hot milk mixture into the eggs (in 1/2 cup increments to prevent eggs from scrambling), until liquid is combined and smooth. Mix through rum.
• Pour mixture back into saucepan and cook over medium heat, while stirring, for 2-3 minutes until thick. Do not boil.
• Let cool, then refrigerate overnight or for up to 3 days.
• Before serving, beat egg whites in a large bowl or stand mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold into eggnog until combined. (If you don't want to consume the raw egg whites, simply whip some cream to top your eggnog OR enjoy without!)Serve and garnish with ground cinnamon, cinnamon sugar or fresh grated nutmeg.

AUNT GRACE'S EGGNOG

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, heat 4 cups milk until bubbles form around sides of pan. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk eggs and 1 cup sugar until blended. Slowly stir in hot milk; return all to saucepan., Cook over medium-low heat until slightly thickened and a thermometer reads at least 160°, 6-8 minutes, stirring constantly (do not allow to boil). Immediately transfer to a large bowl., Stir in rum, brandy, nutmeg and remaining milk. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or until cold., In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add remaining sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Fold into egg mixture. (Mixture may separate; stir before serving.) If desired, serve with cinnamon sticks and additional nutmeg.

AUNT HELEN'S EGGNOG

Steps:

• Beat together eggs, condensed milk and vanilla.
• Slowly beat in milk.
• Gently fold in whipped cream.
• If you are adding alcohol, rum, brandy or bourbon are the traditional choices.
• Sprinkle nutmeg on top to taste.

CREAMY HOLIDAY EGGNOG

Steps:

• In a large heavy saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually add 2 cups milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until a thermometer reads 160°, about 25 minutes., Pour into a large bowl; stir in the vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Place the bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until mixture is cool. If mixture separates, process in a blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. , When ready to serve, in a small bowl, beat cream on high speed until soft peaks form; whisk gently into cooled mixture. Pour into a chilled punch bowl. If desired, top with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg.

HOMEMADE EGGNOG

Steps:

• In a large bowl, vigorously whisk the egg yolks, sugar and salt until light in color, and the sugar is almost dissolved. Carefully whisk in the milk. Set aside.
• In a small bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
• Swiftly stir the egg whites and nutmeg into the milk mixture until just combined, popping as little bubbles as possible.
• Enjoy!

BETTY'S FAMOUS EGGNOG

Steps:

• Beat the eggs and sugar together in a very large bowl until thick and light-colored. Stir in the bourbon and rum, mixing until sugar has dissolved. Let stand about 1 hour.
• Meanwhile, whip the egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
• Stir the whipping cream and half and half into the egg yolk mixture until thoroughly blended. Slowly stir in the brandy. Fold in the egg whites, blending evenly. Cover and refrigerate two hours before serving. May be stored in the refrigerator up to one week.
• Serve in small cups or glasses dusted with a pinch of nutmeg.