Makeover Eggnog
If traditional eggnog is too rich for your tastes, give our lighter version a try. It boasts one-third fewer calories, only a quarter of the fat and less than half the cholesterol, but is still a satisfying frothy blend that's sure to please.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
SERVINGS: 18
TIME: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 25 min. + chilling
Ingredients:
* 1-3/4 cups sugar
* 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 2 quarts 2% milk
* 6 eggs, lightly beaten
* 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
* 2 teaspoons rum extract
* 4 cups fat-free half-and-half
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Directions:
In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Gradually whisk in milk and eggs until smooth. Cook and stir over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in extracts. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours.
Just before serving, strain eggnog mixture; stir in the cream and nutmeg. Pour into glasses. Yield: 18 servings (about 3 quarts).
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