Southern Eggnog

Directions

1. 1
   Combine pudding mix, sugar, and 1/4 cup of the milk in a 2-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Add slighly beaten egg yolks and blend well.
3. 3
   Then add remaining milk; mix well.
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a full boil, about 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Cool.
6. 6
   Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into cooled pudding mixture.
7. 7
   Add vanilla and brandy; then chill several hours.
8. 8
   Just before serving, whip the cream.
9. 9
   Spoon onto eggnog and sprinkle with nutmeg.