National Eggnog Day Calls For an Easy Homemade Recipe

Celebrate one of the season’s most beloved drinks on National Eggnog Day Dec. 24.

We know what’s you’re thinking - what is actually in eggnog anyway?

Besides egg (and nog?), of course.

While you track Santa’s journey around the world, gather some family and friends to cook up a big batch to start sipping on Christmas Eve or to break out after opening presents Christmas Day. To make the eggnog alcoholic, simply add bourbon as instructed below.

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Ingredients:

• 4 cups milk
• 1 cup sugar
• 12 large egg yolks
• ½ cup bourbon
• 1 cup chilled heavy cream
• Grated nutmeg (optional)

Directions:

1. Separate 12 egg yolks from the whites in a large bowl and whisk together.
2. In a medium saucepan, add milk and sugar over medium heat.
3. Whisk the two ingredients together for 1 to 2 minutes or until the sugar is dissolved.
4. While still whisking the egg yolks, pour the hot milk and sugar mixture into the yolks.
5. Return the mixture to the saucepan over medium-low heat - do not let it simmer.
6. Stir the mixture often for about 20 to 25 minutes or until it is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
7. Strain the mixture into a bowl and add the cream. *To make alcoholic, add ½ cup of bourbon as well during this step.
8. Cool completely, cover with plastic wrap, and put it in the refrigerator until chilled and garnish with nutmeg.

Recipe courtesy of Martha Stewart

Please be aware that the recipe calls for raw eggs which, if consumed, can lead to illness. Use fresh eggs that have been properly refrigerated.

Photo Credit: McCormick.com

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