Name: Eggnog Ice Cream
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 5 hr (includes chilling and freezing)
Yield: Makes about 1 1/2 quarts
Ingredients: 1 cup whole milk; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 7 large egg yolks; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 cups chilled heavy cream; 3 tablespoons dark rum; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; Garnish: freshly grated nutmeg; an instant-read thermometer; an ice cream maker

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Eggnog Ice CreamMikkel Vang

Even if you're not an eggnog lover, you're going to love this custardy ice cream. Freshly grated nutmeg and the rounded complexity of dark rum lend it a rich flavor — plus a lovely aroma that will put you in the holiday spirit while you make dessert.

Cooks' notes:

· Custard can be chilled up to 1 day. · Ice cream can be made 1 week ahead.

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