Holiday Cheer Eggnog

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   In a heavy 2 quart saucepan whisk together eggs, honey and salt.

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   Gradually add 2 cups milk.

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   Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 12-15 minutes.

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   or until mixture coats the back of a spoon (do not boil!

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   ).

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   Pour into a large heatproof bowl; stir in remaining milk and vanilla.

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   Place bowl over ice-water bath, stirring frequently until mixture is cooled about 15 minutes.

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   Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

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   When reado to serve, whisk in your favorite flavoring.

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    FLAVORING SUGGESTIONS:.

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    Stir in 1/2 -1 cup of rum or brandy or a combination of both.

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    Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons instnt coffee granules, dissolved in 1 tablespoons hot water or 1-2 teaspoons rum extract.

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    Stir in 2 cups softened vanilla ice cream and blend with whisk or mixer.

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    Replace half milk with Amaretto, French Vanilla or Irish Creme flavored dairy blend for coffee.

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    TIP: Eggnog may be covered and stored in the refrigerator for several days.

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    To serve, keep bowl of eggnog on ice and serve within 2 hours.

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    For creamy eggnog, add 2 cups whipped cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.