Where there's a holiday party there's almost certainly eggnog, and we can be sure that with just a week until Christmas, seasonal soirees are in full swing. This week's Most Popular Pin of the Week puts that sweet, creamy drink to good use — beyond sipping, of course. Since eggnog has a custardlike texture, it's used as the dipping liquid to gently moisten the turkey-ham-cheese sandwiches before they're cooked. The indulgent flavor of the eggnog delivers a savory-sweet richness, which pairs well with tart cranberry sauce on the side.

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