Eggnog Thumbprints

Directions

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   In a large mixer bowl beat 3/4 cup butter till softened.
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   Add sugar and brown sugar and beat til fluffy.
3. 3
   Add egg, vanilla, and salt and beat well.
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   Add flour and beat til well mixed.
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   Cover and chill about 1 hour or till easy to handle.
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   Shape into 1-inch balls.
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   Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
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   Press down centers with thumb.
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   Bake in a 350 degree oven about 12 minutes or till done.
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    Remove and cool.
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    For filling, in a small mixer bowl beat 1/4 cup butter til softened.
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    Add powdered sugar and beat till fluffy.
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    Add rum and beat well.
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    Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon filling into center of each cookie.
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    Sprinkle with nutmeg.
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    Chill till filling is firm.
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    Makes about 50.
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    *You may substitute 1 tablespoon milk and 1/4 teaspoon rum extract for the rum.