Eggnog

Directions

1. 1
   In a large saucepan, beat egg yolks and 1/3 cup sugar until blended.
2. 2
   Add salt and milk.
3. 3
   Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens slightly and coats spoon, about 25 minutes.
4. 4
   Cool.
5. 5
   Beat egg whites until foamy.
6. 6
   Gradually beat in 3 tablespoons sugar; continue beating until soft peaks form. Fold egg whites into egg yolk mixture.
7. 7
   Add vanilla and rum extract, then chill 3 to 4 hours.
8. 8
   Pour into cups; top with whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg.
9. 9
   Serves 8.