Eggnog a La Newberry

A community recipe by ChefLamb

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Introduction

Portions can be increased for mass consumption. The first part of the recipe can be done as much as 5 hours ahead of serving time.

Ingredients

Serves: 12

4 eggs
2 egg yolks
1 cup sugar
1⅓ cups cream
2 cups half & half
2 egg whites
1 cup dark rum
freshly grated nutmeg

Method

Eggnog a La Newberry is a community recipe submitted by ChefLamb and has not been tested by Nigella.com so we are not able to answer questions regarding this recipe.

In a large mixing bowl, beat together whole eggs, egg yolks and sugar until frothy, lemon-colored and mixture forms a ribbon when the beaters are lifted.

Add heavy cream, and beat until thick, about 7 minutes. Add half-and-half, beating for 1 minute. (This can be made and refrigerated up to 5 hours before serving).

Just before serving, pour eggnog mixture into a large punch bowl.

In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff. Add liquor and ½ the beaten egg whites to the eggnog, folding with a large rubber spatula.

Spoon remaining beaten egg whites on top and sprinkle with grated nutmeg.