Almost Homemade Egg Nog
from Paula Croteau of Southold*

2 Quarts Eggnog
1/2 tsp fresh Nutmeg
1/2 tsp fresh Cinnamon
1/2 tsp Vanilla
1 tsp Orange Zest
1Cup Heavy Cream
2 Tb Sugar
Orange Zest to garnish
1 Cup Brandy, Cognac or Rum (optional)
3 Frozen (clove studded) Clementine's or Oranges

In a punch bowl, add eggnog, spices, vanilla & orange zest. Gently stir. In a separate bowl, using a handheld mixer, whip heavy cream w/ 2 Tb sugar until in forms soft peaks. Set aside.
Stir brandy into eggnog. Dollop w/whipped cream. Top w/ orange zest & grated nutmeg. Yum!

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Paula Croteau

* Paula Croteau
lives in Southold with her husband, Michael, and their two children. Paula offers regular cooking classes in her own "Farmhouse Kitchen."