Christmas Eggnog Recipe

Eggnog is a Christmas tradition and this eggnog punch recipe is something that you'll be proud to serve at your next Christmas get together.

Ingredients

• 4 cups half-and-half cream, divided
• 6 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 4 cups whipping cream
• 6 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled
• 1 quart vanilla ice cream
• 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine 2 cups half-and-half cream, eggs and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture reaches 160 degrees F or is thick enough to coat a metal spoon, about 9 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla, nutmeg if desired and remaining half-and-half. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
2. Pour into a punch bowl. Stir in whipping cream and soda. Top with scoops of ice cream and sprinkle with cherries. Serve immediately.
   
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