Low-fat Eggnog

Ingredients

 * 1 cup sugar
 * 4 egg whites
 * ⅓ cup water
 * ¼ teaspoon cream of tarter
 * 4 cups skim milk
 * 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
 * ½ to 1 cup brandy or rum
 * nutmeg

Directions

 * 1) Combine Sugar, egg whites, water and cream of tarter in a large non-aluminum metal bowl: whisk to blend.
 * 2) Set bowl over a pan of simmering water, taking care the the bowl does not touch the water.
 * 3) 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.
 * 4) Continue to beat 3 or more minutes: remove from heat and beat until mixture has cooled slightly.
 * 5) Pour milk and vanilla into another large bowl. Add egg white mixture and brandy or rum; combine gently with a whisk.
 * 6) Serve well chilled and dusted with nutmeg.

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