Saturday, December 22, 2012

Simon's Egg Nog Indulgence

This is from a friend of my daughter's father. We got it last year and it's amazing.
Worth making a part of your annual Christmas ritual...

Here goes:

(Makes approx 2.5 Litres)

6 eggs, separated
1.5 cups castor sugar
3 cups milk
2x600ml thickened cream
1.5 cups brandy
1 tsp vanilla essence
1/2 tsp vanilla essence
dash bourbon (optional)
2 Tab sugar extra

The day before:
Separate eggs
Beat yolks until thick
Add 1 cup castor sugar gradually
Add brandy, stirring gradually
Add milk

In a separate  bowl:
Whip 600ml cream, then add to yolk mix

In a separate bowl (clean and dry):
beat egg whites until soft peaks form
Add remaining 1/2 cup castor sugar gradually & continue to beat until soft peaks form

Fold whites into yolk mixture
Add vanilla and cinnamon
Cover and refrigerate.

Before serving:
Whip second 600 ml of cream and add sugar and dash of bourbon if using
Fold whipped cream into egg nog just prior to serving.

Consume in moderation!!!!