Hot Egg Nog

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk (but do not boil).
2. 2
   Beat egg yolks with 2/3 cups sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add salt and hot milk.
4. 4
   Place over low heat or in double boiler and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens (not too hot, not too long).
5. 5
   Beat egg whites until stiff, gradually adding the 1/2 cup sugar.
6. 6
   Fold into hot mixture.
7. 7
   Stir in rum and top with nutmeg.