Eggnog is a drink with a long history. It has been loved as a festive beverage in England for many centuries, but its form has changed considerably from the original. Modern eggnog forever includes some traditional ingredients —eggs, certainly, and lots of sugar—and sometimes incorporates relatively fresh ones like ice cream.
enggnog ex :
PREPARE:20 minutes
SERVES:10
Ingredients:6 eggs, separated
8 tbsp. sugar
1 cup (1/2 pint) heavy or whipping cream 6 1/2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup brandy or more (optional)
1 qt. vanilla ice cream
freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
Tips :
1. In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks until smooth. Add 6 tbsp.
of the sugar, the cream, 6 cups of the milk, and (if you're using it)
the brandy and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour,
until chilled.
2. Before serving, in a small bowl beat the egg whites
until frothy. Then add the remaining 2 tbsp. sugar and 1/2 cup milk and
stir just until blended.
3. Remove the egg yolk mixture from the
refrigerator. Add the egg white mixture and stir just until blended. Add
the ice cream. It's your choice whether to leave the ice cream in one
large block or to break it up into individual scoops. Sprinkle nutmeg on
top (if desired) and serve, using a ladle to fill individual mugs. Th
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ice cream will gradually melt in the mugs, adding a delectable
consistency and underlying smooth flavor. You, your family, and friends
will never settle for commercial eggnog again.
