Lizbeth's Cumberland Rum Butter

INGREDIENTS

225g softened unsalted butter
450g  soft brown sugar
half a grated nutmeg
large wineglass of dark rum, I prefer Cuban

DIRECTIONS

Mix the sugar, nutmeg and rum together, beat in the softened butter and mix well. Leave to set in a bowl.
Delicious served on scones or on hot mince pies for Christmas.

We always have it spread on coarse oatcakes last thing on Christmas Day evening, with a good hot cup of tea!