Der Brucer's daughter has requested that we bring the egg nog for Christmas dinner. She even had a specific recipe she wants us to use, such as it is.
Scotch Mary's Egg Nog
1 dozen large fresh eggs
2 cups sugar
1 quart whipping cream
1 quart French brandy
1/2 pint rum
Beat sugar into beaten eggs.
Add brandy and rum a little at a time while beating eggs.
Beat whipping cream but not too much.
Watch out, this is potent.
According to der B, this is a family recipe, from his late wife's side of the clan. And there are omissions.
First, the idea is to blend the sugar and eggs, and then add the liquor. Then, it is supposed to be set aside for a few days (at least) so that it can all "mellow".
Second, the whipping cream is supposed to be added to the mix just prior to serving.
Please note: this is using raw eggs - those with compromised immune systems should be cautious.
Still, it's nice for Magic Mommy to ask us to bring something different to the dinner. It was also nice for her to ask me to come
to my face. Previously, she's always shied away from talking to me directly.