Never enough cookies for the holidays, great recipe if you are in a holiday cookie exchange!

NUTMEG LOGS RECIPE

Serves: 1 batch Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 10 Minutes Ready In: Less than 30 Minutes

INGREDIENTS:

BATTER:

•1 cup butter, softened
•3/4 cup sugar
•1 egg
•2 teaspoons vanilla extract
•2 teaspoons rum or rum flavoring
•3 cups all-purpose flour
•1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
•1/4 teaspoon salt

FROSTING:

•3 Tbsp butter, softened
•1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
•1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
•1 teaspoon rum or rum flavoring

PROCEDURE:

•In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.
•Add egg, vanilla and rum; mix well.
•Combine the flour, nutmeg and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
•On a lightly floured surface, shape dough into 1/2-in.-wide logs. Slice into 3 inch. pieces.
•Bake at 350 F for 12-14 minutes or until center is set and edges are lightly browned.
•Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

For Frosting:

•In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, confectioners’ sugar, extracts and enough cream to achieve a spreading consistency.
•Frost cooled cookies, and sprinkle with nutmeg.

Enjoy your holidays!
Chef Phil