4 eggs, separated
1/3 c sugar, plus 1 tbsp
2 c whole milk
1 c heavy cream
3.5 oz bourbon
1 tsp fresh ground nutmeg
Good quality dark rum (I use Mount Gay Barbados Rum)

Beat egg yolks until they change color. Slowly add 1/3 cup sugar until combined. Stir in milk, cream, bourbon and nutmeg. Whip egg whites to soft peaks, add 1 tbsp sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Fold into egg mixture and chill. Pour 1.5 oz rum into chilled glasses and top with eggnog.

Deep fried chocolatey goodness…

Someone I know asked me why I never make junkfood, why I never make anything deep fried. He said I should make “elegant junk food”. So, I came up with some dessert ravioli. Drop a spoonful of Nutella on a wonton wrapper, brush the edges with egg wash, fold diagonally, and press to seal. Deep fry them in 350°F oil for about 45 seconds each side, or until golden brown. Drain and dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm. If you are making a large batch, keep them warm in a 200°F oven while the other ones are frying.

These would refrigderate well, so you can make them the day before. Just be sure to warm them up in a 350°F oven before serving.