Low-Fat Eggnog

Low-Fat Eggnog
Need a gluten free and vegetarian beverage? Low-Fat Eggnog could be a great recipe to try. This recipe serves 6. One serving contains 104 calories, 4g of protein, and 3g of fat. This recipe covers 4% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up vanilla bean, nonfat milk, lemon zest, and a few other things to make it today. Christmas will be even more special with this recipe. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 20 minutes.

Instructions

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Combine 1 1/2 cups milk and the citrus zest in a medium saucepan. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds; add the seeds and pod to the saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, egg yolk, sugar and cornstarch in a medium bowl until light yellow.
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Gradually pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly, then pour back into the pan.
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Place over medium heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon in a figure-eight motion until the eggnog begins to thicken, about 8 minutes.
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Remove from the heat and immediately stir in the remaining 1/2 cup milk to stop the cooking.
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Transfer the eggnog to a large bowl and place over a larger bowl of ice to cool, then chill until ready to serve.
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Remove the zest and vanilla pod. Spike the eggnog with liquor, if desired, and garnish with nutmeg.
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Photograph by Yunhee Kim
DifficultyNormal
Ready In20 m.
Servings6
Health Score3
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