Epic Eggnog

This Giftmas in the spirit of giving, I want to give all of you EPIC EGGNOG. My family has been enjoying this since before I was born, and it is probably the best thing that can be directly attributed to my father’s alcoholism. He insisted my mom make some every Christmas, and she used a recipe found in the newspaper. Wanting to make a non-alcoholic version for herself and us kids, she substituted the bourbon and rum with milk, sugar, and vanilla flavoring.

This eggnog isn’t easy, but the work you put into it will be well rewarded by the perfect seasonal bourbon delivery system. Make this non-alcoholic version so that you can lull all the minors to sleep and adjust the kind or amount of liquor for your own tastes. It might just save your sanity this holiday.

WARNING: Do not give to the lactose intolerant or very small children (unless you don’t mind changing diapers for the next 6 hours). Whoever goes into the bathroom next will thank you.

EPIC EGGNOG

Makes about 40 punch cups

Ingredients:

12 eggs

1 qt. heavy whipping cream

½ gallon milk

2 ½ c. sugar

3 T vanilla extract

Cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)

Separate the eggs. Beat egg yolks in a med. size bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually add 1 c. sugar. Beat egg whites in a large bowl until fluffy. Add 1 c. sugar and continue beating until soft peaks form. Fold whites into the yolks in a very large bowl or dutch oven (trust me, you’ll need it). Add cream, milk, and extract. Serve with cinnamon or nutmeg to taste.

Note: The egg foam will separate so be sure to stir the eggnog before serving it.

Drink up.