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Miss Ida's EggnongMake this tasty eggnog, a family recipe from event planner Bronson Van Wyck, for a traditional holiday drink no one can resist. Bonus points: it's simple to make with only two steps!
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Miss Ida's Eggnog
Serves 10 to 12
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Ingredients
12 large eggs, separated
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 cups whiskey
2 ounces rum
2 ounces brandy
6 cups heavy cream
Freshly grated nutmeg, for serving
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Directions
1. Beat egg yolks together in a large bowl; whisk in sugar until well combined. Slowly whisk in whiskey, rum, and brandy until fully incorporated. While whisking, slowly add 4 cups heavy cream and whisk until well combined. Transfer to refrigerator until chilled, at least 2 hours.
2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites until stiff. Fold into chilled liquor mixture. Add remaining 2 cups heavy cream to mixer and whisk until softAt Martha Stewart Living we have more than 20 years of Christmas crafting experience. Here, some of our favorite handmade heirlooms to adorn your tree for countless Christmases to come.
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8 Ways to Use Clip-Art in Home Organizing
By Martha Stewart | At Home – Fri, Nov 30, 2012 1:43 PM ESTKeeping your home organized eliminates (some) daily stress. With Martha Stewart Living's clip art and templates you will never forget when you threw those peas in the freezer, or send the kids to school with the wrong brown bag lunches.
Here, we offer 8 home organizing tips, all made with our clip-art and templates.
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No-Fail Cookie TechniquesWhether you are an old hand at baking or new to the craft, these tips and suggestions will make all the difference in your success.
Before you beginBefore You Begin
Assemble all the ingredients and tools needed before starting. Read the recipe through to get a sense of the processes and techniques involved. Using an oven thermometer, check your oven's temperature for accuracy.
Baking sheetsBaking Sheets
Have a baking sheet at room temperature before placing dough on it; a warmer pan will melt the dough, causing cookies to run into one another. Run tepid water over the bottom of the baking sheet to cool it between batches of cookies.
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ButterButter
Buy the best ingredients you can afford. The most important ingredient in most cookie recipes is butter. Use fresh, unsalted butter sticks for easy measure. Before you use it, bring butter to room temperature unless the recipe directs otherwise.
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IngredientsOther Ingredients
Eggs: Use fresh large white or
Read More »from 9 Tips for No-Fail CookiesNow that winter is setting in, we find ourselves craving classic cold-weather sips that warm from the inside out. Here, we offer the recipes for some of our favorite cozy cocktails.
Apple-Cinnamon RumApple-Cinnamon Rum
This winter nightcap is garnished with both ground cinnamon and a cinnamon stick.
Get the Apple-Cinnamon Rum Recipe
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Mulled Cider with Red WineMulled Cider with Red Wine
This warm and spicy beverage combines apple cider, red wine, maple syrup, fresh oranges and apples, and a sprinkling of whole black peppercorns.
Get the Mulled Cider with Red Wine Recipe
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Blizzard CocktailBlizzard Cocktail
Party guests will want a second helping of this hazelnut-flavored cocktail courtesy of Charles Corpion from the Four Seasons.
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Hot Buttered RumHot Buttered Rum
This variation on the basic recipe takes
Read More »from Cocktail O'Clock: 5 Warming DrinksMake the most of the Thanksgiving feast with these clever and fun recipes for using up holiday leftovers. Choose from recipes for sandwiches, breakfasts, dinners, desserts and more.
Read More »from Easy Thanksgiving Leftover RecipesThanksgiving may be traditionally centered around a turkey, but there's no need for vegetarians to be left out of the feast. These savory and satisfying meatless appetizers, side dishes, and main dishes will delight everyone at the table, vegetarians and omnivores alike.
