Christmas Eggnog

Step 1

In a large heavy saucepan mix the egg yolks, milk and the 1/3 cup of sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture just coats a metal spoon. Remove from heat.

Step 2

Place the pan in a sink or bowl of ice water and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in the rum, bourbon and vanilla. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.

Step 3

Just before serving, in a mixing bowl beat the whipping cream and the 2 tablespoons sugar until soft peaks form. Transfer the chilled egg mixture to a punch bowl and fold in the whipped cream mixture. Serve at once. Sprinkle each serving with nutmeg.