~ food ~
{Egg Nog}
6 eggs*, separated
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups of milk
3/4 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
nutmeg
1 cup bourbon (if desired)
Directions
In a large bowl (bowl you will store final egg nog in) beat egg yolks with 1/2 cup sugar until thick and creamy. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form, then stir in 1/4 cup sugar. In a third bowl beat the heavy cream, vanilla and a pinch of nutmeg until thick. In a large bowl, pour cream into the yolk mixture, then gently fold in the egg white mixture. Pour in milk and bourbon. Chill in the freezer before serving. Serve with fresh nutmeg on top.
*Because this recipe calls for raw eggs, be sure to only use fresh, refrigerated eggs.