Traditional Eggnog

Ingredients

Method

1. 1
   Step 1. Beat. Beat the yolks and sugar with a mixer for about 10 minutes, until firm and the colour of butter.

   10 min

2. 2
   Step 2. Add. Add the bourbon and brandy very slowly, a little at a time, then chill for up to 6 hours.
3. 3
   Step 3. Stir in. Half an hour before serving, stir in the milk and 1½ tsp nutmeg.
4. 4
   Step 4. Whip. In a separate bowl, whip the cream on high speed to stiff peaks.
5. 5
   Step 5. Whip. In another bowl, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks.
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   Step 6. Fold. Gently fold the whites into the yolk mixture, then the cream.
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   Step 7. Garnish. Ladle into cups and top with the rest of the nutmeg.