Eggnog Custard

By sandiB2010

Easy but impressive, an eggnog-flavored custard is a great kickoff to the festive season.

Ingredients

• 5 large eggs
• 3/4 cup  sugar
• 2 cups  whole milk
• 1 cup  heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon  vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup  brandy or rum

Details

Servings 8
Adapted from realsimple.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Heat oven to 350° F. 

Whisk together the eggs and sugar. Slowly whisk in the milk, cream, vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup brandy or rum. Pour the custard
into an 8-inch baking dish, 8 ramekins, or 8 ovenproof teacups.

Place in a roasting pan. Add enough hot water to reach halfway up the sides. Bake for 40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cover
and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 48 hours. Serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.