starkston@myvax.DEC (Office of Fun and Games) (12/07/84)
GREAT, THICK Eggnog ------------------- Beat 12 egg yolks until light. Gradually add one pound of confectioners' sugar, then add 2 cups of dark rum. (A smoother rum makes a better choice.) Let stand covered one hour to dispel "eggy" taste. Add 2 to 4 cups more rum (I have always found 2 cups to be plenty). Add 2 quarts of whipping cream, beating constantly. Refrigerate, covered, for 3 hours. Fold in 8 to 12 egg whites beaten stiff but not dry. Sprinkle with nutmeg. You can vary the thickness of the eggnog by the number of egg whites you use. 12 egg whites will have you practically spooning it. It will separate into layers after sitting and will need to be shaken or mixed. This keeps very well because of the liquor, and could safely be made a week in advance of your holiday party. Happy holidays! Sharon Starkston decvax!decwrl!dec-rhea!dec-myvax!starkston