Ingredients
1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1-3/4 cups sugar, divided2 eggs1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon rum extract2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and 1-1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
In a shallow bowl, combine the nutmeg and remaining sugar. Roll dough into 1-in. balls; roll in sugar mixture. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
