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Rompope - Mexican Eggnog Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Combine the milk, sugar, vanilla & cinnamon stick (and ground almonds, if you are using them) In a large-ish saucepan.
Step #2 Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a boil.
Step #3 Reduce heat & let simmer, stirring constantly, for 15 mins.
Step #4 Remove from heat, & cool to about room temp.
Step #5 Beat the egg yolks until thick & lemony.
Step #6 Remove the cinnamon stick from the milk mixture, & slowly whisk the egg yolks into the milk mixture.
Step #7 Return to low heat and, stirring constantly, cook this until mixture coats a spoon.
Step #8 Remove from heat & allow this to cool completely.
Step #9 Add the rum or brandy to the mixture, stir well.
Step #10 Transfer to a container & cover tightly.
Step #11 Refrigerate for 1 or 2 days before serving.
Step #12 Makes 1-1/2 quarts.
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