Spiced Wine Posset

Ingredients

• 1 quart white wine
• 1 quart water
• 1 tsp whole spice blend (cinnamon, nutmeg, etc.)
• 6 large egg yolks
• Sugar to taste
• Ground cinnamon and nutmeg for garnish

Method

1. 1 Combine wine, water, and whole spices in a pot. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
2. 2 Beat egg yolks thoroughly in a separate bowl.
3. 3 Slowly pour the hot wine mixture into the eggs while stirring constantly to temper them.
4. 4 Return the mixture to very low heat, stirring continuously until it thickens slightly.
5. 5 Sweeten with sugar to taste. Serve warm, sprinkled with ground cinnamon and nutmeg.