Eggnog

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk in large saucepan until hot but not boiling.
2. 2
   While milk is heating, beat together eggs and salt in a large bowl, gradually adding the sugar.
3. 3
   Gradually stir the hot milk into the egg mixture; transfer back to the saucepan and cook on medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk, until the mixture has thickened or coats the spoon.
4. 4
   (Thermometer should register 160°.) Stir in vanilla, cool quickly by setting pan in bowl of ice cold water and stirring for about 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.