For homemade eggnog:

1. Wash eggs with soap and water. (I'd use about 6 eggs for a batch of eggnog; we used 18 when my family was here and had leftovers.)

2. After beating the eggs in a mixing bowl, add milk, sugar, vanilla, and a little imitation rum flavoring. This is all done to taste. (Sorry--my family doesn't use a recipe.) We like a good amount of milk (at least equal to the eggs) since none of us like our eggnog thick; and we don't use as much sugar as you would taste in the store-bought stuff either.

3. Pour into small glasses and sprinkle lightly with nutmeg (The fresher, the better. Go to the co-op for the good stuff.)

4. Enjoy thoroughly!