Billy Bob Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 Christmas Time EATING TIPS 1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Christmas spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving rum balls. 2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. It's rare.. You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an eggnog-alcoholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it. Have one for me. Have two. It's later than you think. It's Christmas! 3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat. 4. as for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission. 5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Christmas party is to eat other people's food for free. Lots of it. Hello? 6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog. 7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you're never going to see them again. 8. Same for pies. Apple,Pumpkin, Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or if you don't like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert? LaborDay? 9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some standards. 10. One final tip: If you don't feel terrible when you leave the party or get up from the table, you haven't been paying attention. Re-read tips; start over, but hurry, January is just around the corner. Remember this motto to live by: "Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!" MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! Bob
lew Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. It's rare.. You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an eggnog-alcoholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it. Have one for me. Have two. It's later than you think. It's Christmas! I bought a quart of egg nog an hour ago Bob and it'll be gone this time tomorrow...nector of the Gods if you ask me
Billy Bob Posted December 22, 2011 Author Report Posted December 22, 2011 (edited) I bought a quart of egg nog an hour ago Bob and it'll be gone this time tomorrow... Lew, you just gave me my LAUGH of the DAY.... Edited to say....Sorry Lew I thought you wrote "I'll be gone by this time tomorrow" Edited December 22, 2011 by Billy Bob
mike rousseau Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 What kinda booze do some mix in egg nog? Rum?
Skipper D Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 I bought a quart of egg nog an hour ago Bob and it'll be gone this time tomorrow...nector of the Gods if you ask me We got a good one last year at the LCBO Lew , waho' , was pretty tasty .
Skipper D Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 What kinda booze do some mix in egg nog? Rum? With the good stuff Mike it should already be in it , but go ahead if you like to add to your taste
Billy Bob Posted December 22, 2011 Author Report Posted December 22, 2011 What kinda booze do some mix in egg nog? Rum? We have always used whiskey but I would guess it a personal choice....vodka has no taste, rum sounds good and Jose Cuervo likes to play with anything...
mike rousseau Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 With the good stuff Mike it should already be in it , but go ahead if you like to add to your taste We make home made egg nog... Just never added booze... Yet... This site just taught me another good thing... Lol
Skipper D Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 We make home made egg nog... Just never added booze... Yet... This site just taught me another good thing... Lol O' i can see where it might get a little rough along the St .... this Christmas eve....lol .
Live2fish85 Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 I love Christmas for the Egg nog and time with the family I don't see enough. Also the beer and rum with the egg nog lol. With this heart surgery on tuesday I will only be enjoying the kids egg-nog an family time though lol.
mike rousseau Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 Well... I'm not allowed to fish for 48 hours.... Might as well get pinned...lol
Skipper D Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 I love Christmas for the Egg nog and time with the family I don't see enough. Also the beer and rum with the egg nog lol. With this heart surgery on tuesday I will only be enjoying the kids egg-nog an family time though lol. Hey buddy , your going to be just fine , don't worry , i 've been down that road .
jimmer Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 Watch the egg nog if you're lactose intollerant, it won't be pretty!
Billy Bob Posted December 22, 2011 Author Report Posted December 22, 2011 OK, I have to ask.....what the hell is a nog anyways....
Skipper D Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 OK, I have to ask.....what the hell is a nog anyways.... Redneck , thats the short forum for eggnog .............lol lol.. any body have a recipe to share ?
manitoubass2 Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 (edited) OK, I have to ask.....what the hell is a nog anyways.... basically a short term for a really, really old school beer mug. noggin is the full name I think? Edited December 22, 2011 by manitoubass2
Billy Bob Posted December 22, 2011 Author Report Posted December 22, 2011 Redneck , thats the short forum for eggnog .............lol lol.. any body have a recipe to share ? Do you mean to make your own eggnog.....sure.......go to Sam's Club and they sell it by the half gallon for $4.38.....if you are making home made "nog" you are wasting precious eggnog drinking time...so just buy it and add your favourite booze...drink, repeat....
mike rousseau Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 got this off the net... this is basically the recipe i use... Easy Eggnog Recipe Ingredients 6 eggs 3 cups milk 8 tablespoons sugar 3 teaspoon vanilla essence 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground Easy Eggnog Recipe Directions In a large bowl, beat the eggs using an electric beater (if available). By turn, add milk & sugar. Continue beating until mixture thickens slightly. Add in the vanilla essence & ground nutmeg. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled (at least 3 hours). Serves: 8. or Traditional Eggnog Ingredients 12 eggs, separated 6 cups milk 2 cups heavy/ thickened cream 2 cups bourbon 1+ 1/2 cups sugar 3/4 cup brandy 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg Traditional Eggnog Directions In a large bowl and using a mixer, beat the egg yolks together with the sugar for approx 10 minutes (you want the mixture to be firm and the colour of butter). Very slowly, add in the bourbon and brandy - just a little at a time. When bourbon and brandy have been added, allow the mixture to cool in the fridge (for up to 6 hours, depending on how long before your party you're making the eggnog). 30 minutes before your guests arrive, stir the milk into the chilled yolk mixture. Stir in 1+ 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg. In a separate bowl, beat the cream with a mixer on high speed until the cream forms stiff peaks. In yet another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg white mixture into the egg yolk mixture. Gently fold the cream into the egg mixture. After ladling into cups, garnish with the remainder of the ground nutmeg. Serves: 8. or Alcoholic Eggnog Ingredients 6 eggs 2 extra egg yolks 4 cups whole milk 3/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup plus 2 Tablespoons of sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg 1 cup bourbon Alcoholic Eggnog Directions Start by whisking the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and salt in a large pan until well-blended. Keep on whisking while you slowly pour in the milk until it is completely mixed-in. Next, set the pan on your stove's burner and turn it to the lowest possible setting. Continuously whisk ingredients for 25-30 minutes or until the mixture reaches 160°F and will coat the underside of a spoon. Next, remove the mixture from heat and strain it into a large-sized bowl, making sure to get out any pieces of cooked egg. Now stir in the bourbon, vanilla, and nutmeg, and transfer your mixture to a covered dish. Refrigerate the mix for at least 4 hours before proceeding. Finally, when you're ready to serve your eggnog with alcohol, grab the heavy cream and whip it well. Now just fold in the chilled mix, pour, serve and enjoy! Makes 14 servings.
mike rousseau Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 Do you mean to make your own eggnog.....sure.......go to Sam's Club and they sell it by the half gallon for $4.38.....if you are making home made "nog" you are wasting precious eggnog drinking time...so just buy it and add your favourite booze...drink, repeat.... i find store bought tasts like ...
Billy Bob Posted December 22, 2011 Author Report Posted December 22, 2011 i find store bought tasts like ... It because you're adding crappy booze....
Skipper D Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 (edited) i find store bought tasts like ... Mike , the LCBO has one , pretty good , it backs up thru your nose if your not careful ...lol. It does'nt last long on the shelves tho , once its gone they don't seem to restock it , kind a like a one day thing . Comes in the form of a glass bottle , 26'er Edited December 22, 2011 by Skipper " D "
camillj Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 (edited) Alcoholic Eggnog Ingredients 6 eggs 2 extra egg yolks 4 cups whole milk 3/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup plus 2 Tablespoons of sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg 1 cup bourbon Alcoholic Eggnog Directions Start by whisking the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and salt in a large pan until well-blended. Keep on whisking while you slowly pour in the milk until it is completely mixed-in. Next, set the pan on your stove's burner and turn it to the lowest possible setting. Continuously whisk ingredients for 25-30 minutes or until the mixture reaches 160°F and will coat the underside of a spoon. Next, remove the mixture from heat and strain it into a large-sized bowl, making sure to get out any pieces of cooked egg. Now stir in the bourbon, vanilla, and nutmeg, and transfer your mixture to a covered dish. Refrigerate the mix for at least 4 hours before proceeding. Finally, when you're ready to serve your eggnog with alcohol, grab the heavy cream and whip it well. Now just fold in the chilled mix, pour, serve and enjoy! Makes 14 servings. So .. Serves 2 ! Edited December 22, 2011 by camillj
Big Cliff Posted December 22, 2011 Report Posted December 22, 2011 (edited) That's the way I make mine but I leave out the first 8 ingredients and tripple the bourbon. Saves a lot of trips to the fridge especially if you serve it in a beer mug Edited December 22, 2011 by Big Cliff
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