Eggnog Recipe
Eggnog has a long and fascinating history that can be traced back to Medieval Britain. This creamy concoction, made from eggs, spices, rum, cream, and sugar, has stood the test of time and become a beloved festive beverage enjoyed during Christmas celebrations.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- Liquid honey or sugar
- Salt
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, crack open 6 eggs and add the desired amount of liquid honey or sugar. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.6 eggs, Liquid honey or sugar
- Using a whisk or electric mixer, beat the eggs, honey (or sugar), and salt until well combined and the mixture becomes frothy.Salt
- In a saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Be careful not to let it boil.Milk
- Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to prevent curdling.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the eggnog thickens slightly. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the eggnog from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract to add a delightful aroma.Vanilla extract
- Cover the saucepan with a lid or plastic wrap and let the eggnog cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, transfer the eggnog to the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 3 hours, or overnight if possible, to allow the flavors to meld together.