Homemade Eggnog Made Easy By Chrystal Savage
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“If you’ve never made your own eggnog, then you’ve never truly had eggnog.”
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ggnog is a staple of the season but, according to American chef Joshua Weissman, “If you’ve never made your own eggnog, then you’ve never truly had eggnog.” There are a variety of brands and flavors of eggnog that begin lining supermarket shelves as the holiday season approaches. Some of the most popular include sugar cookie, pumpkin, vanilla, golden, dairy-free and, of course, classic. But what if you could make the holiday favorite fresh from your kitchen in less time than it takes to run to the grocery store? Consider using fresh, local goods, such as whole milk and heavy cream from Clark Farms Creamery, fresh hen eggs from Frog Pond Farm and spices from Wellington Herbs and Spices for a superior, and supportive, flavor profile.
Easy Eggnog in Under an Hour Recipe courtesy of joshuaweissman.com. Serves four, 8-oz. servings and can be completed in approximately 50 minutes. Eggnog ingredients: 3 c. whole milk 1 ½ c. heavy cream 1 ½ tsp. vanilla extract or half a vanilla bean 6 egg yolks 1 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon ¼ tsp. ground clove 2 tsp. ginger powder 1 ½ tsp. ground nutmeg Optional: ¼ c. rum, brandy or cognac Ingredients for optional whipped topping: 6 egg whites Up to 3 cups granulated sugar, as desired
THE DAILY STAR e Holiday Guide 2021
