Christmas Recipes > Cumberland Rum Butter

How to make Cumberland rum butter:
A traditional hard sauce which is easy to make and very quick to prepare but adds an unforgettable touch to the seasonal sweet course.





Ingredients

8 tablespoons butter
8 tablespoons rum
nutmeg, cinnamon and mixed spice to taste
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
(see measure conversions for more information)

Method

- Cream the butter and sugar until very soft.
- Add the spices, being careful not to put too much in.
- Gradually beat in the rum.
- When smooth press into an attractive dish and put in fridge.
- Serve with Christmas pudding or mince pies.