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We sometimes only celebrate Christmas in July so we can make this eggnog. A traditional holiday drink, it\u2019s enjoyed in colder climates on Christmas Day, so it\u2019s perfect for us now, while the weather\u2019s chilly.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This recipe serves four to six people \u2026 you can add the alcohol at the last minute for the adults in the party.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need:<\/strong> Six large egg yolks, half to three-quarters of a cup sugar (depending on how sweet you like your drinks), two cups full cream milk, one cup double thick cream, a generous pinch of cinnamon, one teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (or a generous pinch if using dried), two cloves, two teaspoons vanilla extract, and for the adults, one tot each rum or bourbon (optional), four egg whites (optional).<\/p>\n

To make:<\/strong> Beat the egg yolks until they turn light, then add the sugar one tablespoon at a time, continuing to beat constantly, on high, until fluffy.<\/p>\n

In a pan over low heat, heat the milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and cloves until hot. Be careful not to boil.<\/p>\n

Take off the heat, and slowly add half the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Pour the egg and milk mixture back into the pan. Cook slowly, stirring with a spoon, until eggnog thickens \u2026 it should coat the back of your spoon. Make sure it doesn\u2019t boil.<\/p>\n

Take off the heat, and stir in the cream and nutmeg, then strain and chill for half an hour or so.<\/p>\n

You can serve as is, or add your rum or bourbon, or, if you want to go the whole traditional eggnog way, you can now beat the egg whites (beat until frothy, add one teaspoon sugar and then beat until they reach stiff peaks) and fold them into the eggnog. Sprinkle with a little more cinnamon. Happy Christmas in July!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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