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LOW FAT EGGNOG

Ingredients

2 cups nonfat milk

2 large strips orange and/or lemon zest

1 vanilla bean

2 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk

1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon cornstarch White rum or bourbon (optional) Freshly grated nutmeg, for garnish

Directions

Combine 1 1/2 cups milk and the citrus zest in a medium saucepan. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds; add the seeds and pod to the saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, egg yolk, sugar and cornstarch in a medium bowl until light yellow.

Gradually pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly, then pour back into the pan. Place over medium heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon in a figure-eight motion until the eggnog begins to thicken, about 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and immediately stir in the remaining 1/2 cup milk to stop the cooking. Transfer the eggnog to a large bowl and place over a larger bowl of ice to cool, then chill until ready to serve.

Remove the zest and vanilla pod. Spike the eggnog with liquor, if desired, and garnish with nutmeg.

Per serving (1/2 cup): Calories 90; Fat 2 g (Saturated 1 g); Cholesterol 96 mg; Sodium 59 mg; Carbohydrate 13 g; Fiber 0 g; Protein 5 g

Christopher Gilbert/Training Director

Christopher Gilbert is a Training  Director with interests in Weight Management, Athletic Performance, Injury Prevention, Youth Fitness, Nutrition, Food Access.

My dream is to establish an after school program for young Philadelphia’s. This community initiative would serve to nourish and educate our youth while offering access to fitness programs and activities. Affordable whole foods, free fitness programs and homework assistance would change (and potentially save) the lives of countless youths in Philadelphia

This is my wish for you: peace of mind, prosperity through the year, happiness that multiplies, health for you and yours, fun around every corner, energy to chase your dreams, joy to fill your holidays!
– D.M. Dellinger

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Through her 20 years of experience in fitness and recreation, Jo-Ellen has developed a fitness philosophy that anyone can attain a healthy lifestyle.

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With the holiday season upon us all and an extraordinary 2011 drawing to a close, we wanted to take a moment to express our most sincere gratitude to all of you. You are the reason we do what we do.

From all of us at Optimal Sport Health Clubs, we wish you the happiest of holidays and a healthy, prosperous New Year.

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