Hot Eggnog

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk just until small bubbles form without boiling.
2. 2
   Beat egg yolks with sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add salt and hot milk and mix well.
4. 4
   Place over low heat or hot water and cook, while stirring, until mixture thickens (excess heat and long cooking will cause it to curdle).
5. 5
   Beat egg whites until stiff, gradually adding the 1/4 cup sugar.
6. 6
   Fold whites into hot milk mixture.
7. 7
   Stir in bourbon or rum.
8. 8
   Serve hot with a dash of nutmeg.