Mo's Ancestral Eggnog
12 Eggs, separated 1 lb Confectioner's sugar 2 c Liquor 8 c Whipping cream, heavy 2 t Nutmeg (or less) 1/2 c Sugar Separate the 12 eggs. Set the whites aside in the 'fridge, tightl...
Ingredients
- 12eggs, separated
- 1lbconfectioner's sugar
- 2cup liquor
- 8cup whipping cream, heavy
- 2tsp nutmeg (or less)
- 1/2cup sugar
Directions
- 1
12 Eggs, separated 1 lb Confectioner's sugar 2 c Liquor 8 c Whipping cream, heavy 2 t Nutmeg (or less) 1/2 c Sugar Separate the 12 eggs
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Set the whites aside in the 'fridge, tightly covered for safety, as they won't be needed until much later
- 3
Beat the yolks until they noticeably lighten in color
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From here on out, an industrial-strength mixer (Kitchen-Aid K5, for instance) is a big help
- 5
Continue beating the yolks while adding the confectioner's sugar
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Beat for about 4 minutes or until the mixture turns much lighter yellow and takes on a satin-like texture
- 7
While still beating, slowly add about 2 cups liquor
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If you decide you need more, this is NOT where you put it in.] After the liquor is thoroughly beaten in, cover the mixture with plastic wrap