INGREDIENTS: 6 large eggs 1/3 cup (75 mL) liquid honey 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt 4 cups (1 L) milk, divided 1 tbsp (15 mL) vanilla extract *Flavourings INSTRUCTIONS: 1. In a heavy 8 cup (2 L) saucepan, whisk together eggs, honey and salt. Gradually add 2 cups (500 mL) milk. 2. Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 12 to 15 minutes or until mixture coats back of spoon. (DO NOT BOIL) 3. Pour into a large heatproof bowl; stir in remaining milk and vanilla. 4. Place bowl over ice-water bath, stirring frequently until mixture is cool, about 15 minutes. 5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. 6. When ready to serve, whisk in your favourite flavouring.
A rich, festive
drink for a creamy holiday treat
MAKES 10 (1/2 CUP/125 ML) SERVINGS.
Holiday Cheer Eggnog is a festive, homemade eggnog recipe from Manitoba Egg Farmers that combines rich ingredients for a creamy and customizable holiday drink. It starts by gently cooking a mixture of eggs, honey, salt and milk until thickened, then cooled and blended with vanilla. After Holiday Cheer Eggnog
*FLAVOURING SUGGESTIONS TO ADD TO PREPARED, COOLED EGGNOG: • Stir in 1/2 to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) rum or brandy or a combination of both. • Stir in 1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) instant coffee granules dissolved in 1 Tbsp (15 mL) hot water or 1 to 2 tsp (5 to 10 mL) rum extract. • Stir in 2 cups (500 mL) softened vanilla ice cream and blend with whisk or mixer. • Replace half of the milk with Amaretto, French Vanilla or Irish Cream flavoured dairy blend for coffee.
chilling for several hours, the eggnog can be enhanced with flavourings like rum, brandy, coffee, vanilla ice cream or flavoured dairy blends. For extra indulgence, whipped cream can be folded in before serving. This recipe yields 10 half-cup servings and is perfect for entertaining or cozy nights in.
TIP: Eggnog may be covered and stored in the refrigerator for several days. To serve, keep bowl of eggnog on ice and serve within 2 hours. For creamy eggnog, fold in 2 cups (500 mL) whipped cream or whipped topping.
From our farm to your table. Eggs in Manitoba grocery stores are locally produced by egg farming families like the Lees from Valley View Farms. Regulated egg farmers meet high stan- dards for food safety and animal care, working diligently to produce fresh, local eggs that are nutritious, affordable and versatile.
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