Once upon a time, in a small town nestled amidst rolling hills, there lived a woman named Mom Mom. She was known far and wide for her incredible culinary skills and warm heart. Every year, as the winter frost settled upon the land, Mom Mom would craft a special eggnog recipe that had been passed down through generations in her family.
Legend had it that this recipe originated from Mom Mom’s great-great-grandmother, who had concocted it during a bitterly cold winter many years ago. It was said to be a secret blend of creamy milk, aromatic spices, and just the right amount of aged rum. As the years went by, Mom Mom added her own touch to the recipe, infusing it with love and memories of holiday seasons gone by. Families from near and far eagerly awaited the arrival of winter just for a taste of Mom Mom’s renowned eggnog. The tradition carried on for decades, with each generation cherishing their own memories of sipping on this creamy elixir while gathered around the crackling fireplace in their cozy homes. And so, every winter season became synonymous with joy and warmth as families celebrated the legacy of their beloved Mom Mom through her timeless eggnog recipe.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of whole milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon of ground cloves
- Optional: a pinch of ground allspice or cardamom
For serving (optional):
- Whipped cream
- Ground cinnamon or nutmeg for garnish
Instructions:
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In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until it starts to simmer, but avoid boiling.
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While the milk and cream are heating, separate the egg yolks from the whites. Place the yolks in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
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In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and any optional spices.
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Slowly pour this spiced sugar mixture into the bowl with the egg yolks while whisking constantly to prevent any lumps from forming.
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Once all ingredients are combined and smooth, gradually add in the hot milk mixture while continuously whisking.
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Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan and cook over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly until slightly thickened. Be careful not to let it boil; otherwise, it may curdle.
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After cooking for a few minutes, remove from heat and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
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As it cools down, beat or whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form in a separate bowl using an electric mixer or whisk.
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Gently fold in the beaten egg whites into the cooled eggnog mixture until well incorporated.
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Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for optimal flavor development.
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Before serving, give the eggnog a good stir to recombine any separated ingredients. Pour into festive glasses or mugs.
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Optional: Top each glass with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle some freshly ground cinnamon or nutmeg on top for an extra touch of holiday cheer!
Note: For an adult version, you can add a splash of your preferred rum, bourbon, or brandy to each serving, stirring gently before garnishing.
Enjoy this delectable spiced eggnog recipe with