Homemade Eggnog
Created by Deanna_in_Derby on December 15, 2013
- Servings: 12
- Prep Time: 5m
- Cook Time: 8-10m
- Recipe #11536
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 5 whole cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 12 egg yolks
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 cups light rum
- 4 cups half and half cream
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
How to Make
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Step 1: Combine whole milk, cloves, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and cinnamon in a heavy saucepan; heat over lowest setting for 5 minutes, stirring bringing milk mixture to a boil.
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Step 2: In a large bowl, combine egg yolks and granulated sugar; whisk together until fluffy. Whisk hot milk mixture slowly into the eggs. Pour mixture into saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly for 3 minutes, or until thick (do not allow mixture to boil!).
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Step 3: Strain to remove cloves, and let cool for about an hour.
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Step 4: Stir in rum, cream, 2 teaspoon vanilla, and nutmeg.
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Step 5: Refrigerate overnight before serving.