Everything You Need To Know , To Make Homemade Eggnog.<br />Thrillist recently released <br />an article explaining <br />what goes into the <br />classic holiday drink, Eggnog.<br />As the name would suggest, the drink involves <br />eggs, but many people don't have <br />a clue what else goes into it. .<br />Store-bought eggnog usually contains <br />things like food starch, guar gum, <br />high-fructose corn syrup and carrageenan. .<br />Homemade eggnog, on the other hand, can easily be whipped up with just a handful of ingredients. .<br />Egg Yolks, Most recipes call for about four yolks per quart. .<br />Thrillist points out that while the egg yolks are raw, <br />'Popular Science' says your risk of getting salmonella is low <br />as long as you make your eggnog in advance. .<br />Whipped egg whites, Not all recipes call for this, but it's a good way to <br />use up the extra whites you split from the yolks. .<br />Sugar, The amount you use depends on your personal taste. <br />Thrillist suggests that about 3/4 cup is a good starting point. .<br />Whole Milk, This is a critical part of any eggnog recipe and <br />should not be substituted with other milks.<br />Heavy Cream, According to Thrillist, most eggnog recipes call for one part heavy cream to two parts whole milk. .<br />Alcohol , This is where you can really customize your eggnog, as cognac, rum, whiskey, sherry or bourbon all work. .<br />Spices, Most eggnog recipes call for nutmeg, but <br />you can also add cinnamon and/or vanilla. .<br />Spice up your holiday party with this classic, <br />festive beverage, and wow your loved ones <br />with your own homemade version of it.
