Eggnog-aritas Recipe

Name: Eggnog-aritas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups half-and-half; 1/2 whole nutmeg, crushed with a heavy pan; 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped out; 6 large egg yolks; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 2 ounces brandy; 2 ounces rum; 2 ounces bourbon

Servings: persons

2 cups half-and-half
1/2 whole nutmeg, crushed with a heavy pan
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped out
6 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 ounces brandy
2 ounces rum
2 ounces bourbon

1
Make the creme anglaise: Combine the half-and-half, crushed nutmeg, and vanilla pod and seeds in a medium saucepan and bring just to a boil over medium heat.
2
Remove from the heat and let steep 5 minutes.
3
Whisk the egg yolks and sugar in a bowl.
4
Slowly whisk in the warm half-and-half mixture, then pour the egg mixture into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the creme anglaise just begins to thicken, about 10 minutes.
5
Strain and refrigerate until cold, about 4 hours.
6
Make the cocktails: Combine the sugar and grated nutmeg on a plate.
7
Dip the rims of 8 martini glasses in water, then in the sugar mixture.
8
Combine half each of the creme anglaise, brandy, rum and bourbon in a cocktail shaker with ice.
9
Shake well and strain into 4 glasses.
10
Repeat to make 4 more cocktails.
11
Photograph by James Wojcik

480

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups half-and-half, 1/2 whole nutmeg, crushed with a heavy pan, 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped out, 6 large egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Eggnog-aritas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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