Southern Eggnog

• package vanilla pudding mix, the kind you cook1 package
• sugar↗1⁄2 cup
• milk↗1 quart
• egg yolks↗3

  slightly beaten

• egg whites↗3
• vanilla↗1 teaspoon
• cup peach brandy or 1/4 cup Grand Marnier↗1⁄4 cup
• whipping cream↗1 cup
• nutmeg↗

Step-by-step instructions

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.