Kentucky eggnog

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
6largesEgg yolks
¼cupSugar
cupMilk
¼cupBourbon
½teaspoonVanilla
¼teaspoonNutmeg

Directions

In a medium saucepan beat egg yolks and sugar. Slowly beat in 2 cups of the milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until themometer registers 160 degrees or mixture coats back of a metal spoon. Remove from heat; strain into a pitcher. Stir in remaining milk, bourbon, vanilla and nutmeg. Cover and chill at least 8 hours.

When served sprinkle with additional nutmeg.