Eggnog - Cooked

Step 1: Combine milk, clove,1/8 teaspoon vanilla and cinnamon in a saucepan, and heat over lowest setting for 5 minutes.

Step 2: Slowly bring milk mixture to a boil.

Step 3: In a large bowl, combine egg yolks and sugar. Whisk together until fluffy.

Step 4: Whisk hot milk mixture slowly into the eggs.

Step 5: Pour mixture into saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly for 3 minutes, or until thick.

Step 6: Do not allow mixture to boil.

Step 7: Strain to remove cloves and let cool for about an hour.

Step 8: Stir in cream, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla, and nutmeg.

Step 9: Refrigerate overnight before serving - do not skip this step.