Eggnog I

Directions

1. 1
   In the top of a double boiler, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Add milk and mix well.
3. 3
   Stir frequently and cook over hot water until mixture thickens to coat a metal spoon.
4. 4
   Mix in rum and chill.
5. 5
   Beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
6. 6
   Fold into chilled egg mixture, pour into glasses and top with freshly grated nutmeg.