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Stir often until the mixture begins to simmer (do not let it reach a full boil).","group":"Cooking","title":"Combine the milk, heavy cream, nutmeg, and salt","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add a big spoonful of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolks while whisking constantly. Repeat this tempering process with several more spoonfuls to warm the eggs without scrambling them. Once warmed, slowly pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add a big spoonful of the hot milk mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and reaches 160°F (71°C) on a thermometer. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.","group":"Cooking","title":"Cook the mixture","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the eggnog through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher or bowl to ensure a perfectly smooth texture.","group":"Finishing","title":"Remove from heat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Cover and refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 2 hours or overnight. Serve cold with an extra sprinkle of nutmeg on top.","group":"Finishing","title":"Cover and refrigerate","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For a more traditional version, you can add 1/2 cup of bourbon, rum, or brandy after the mixture has cooled. 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