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Christmas: Kentucky-Style Eggnog

Source of Recipe


Cooking with Paula Deen



List of Ingredients



• 6 large eggs, separated
  
• 1 cup sugar, divided
  
• 1 cup bourbon
  
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  
• 1 cup whole milk
  
• Garnish: freshly ground nutmeg
  






Instructions



1. In a large bowl, beat egg whites at high speed with an electric mixer until just stiff. Gradually add 1/3 cup sugar, beating until combined.
   
   
2. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and 1/3 cup sugar at medium speed until combined. Slowly add bourbon, beating until smooth. Gently fold in egg whites.
   
   
3. In a large bowl, beat cream at high speed until almost stiff; add remaining 1/3 cup sugar, and beat until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in egg mixture. Stir in milk. Garnish with nutmeg, if desired.
   
   Makes about 6 to 8 servings.