Eggnog (Spiked with Rum)

Ingredients

• 12 eggs , separated
• 3 cups white sugar , divided
• 16 fluids ounces dark rum , such as Captain Morgan® Spiced Rum
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 quart half-and-half

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Mix egg yolks, 2 cups sugar, rum, and nutmeg together in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight to "cure."

3. 3

   Beat egg whites and remaining 1 cup sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer until firm peaks form.

4. 4

   Fold in heavy cream. Fold in the egg yolk mixture. Beat in half-and-half until well combined.

5. 5

   Pour into lidded jars or containers, refrigerate, and shake before serving.