Low-fat Eggnog

Ingredients

 * 1 cup Sugar
 * 4 egg whites
 * 1/3 cup water
 * 1/4 teaspoon cream of tarter
 * 4 cups skim milk
 * 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
 * 1/2 to 1 cup brandy or rum
 * nutmeg

Directions
combine Sugar, egg whites, water and cream of tarter in a large not-aluminum

metal bowl: whisk to blend. set bowl over a pan of simmering water, taking

care the the bowl does not touch the water. Beat with an electric mixer on

medium about 10 minutes, until mixture registers 140 degrees on a candy thermometer

and is very thick and fluffy. Continue to beat 3 or more minutes: remove from heat

and beat until mixture has cooled slightly. Pour milk and vanilla into another

large bowl. Add egg white mixture and brandy or rum; combine gently with a whisk.

Serve well chilled and dusted with nutmeg.

(Nog will separate when standing, but is easily recombined by whisking.)