Pumpkin Pound Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, beat butter using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes or until soft and creamy.
2. 2
   Gradually add in sugar, beating at medium speed 5-7 minutes.
3. 3
   Add in eggs, one at a time, beating just until yellow disappears.
4. 4
   In another bowl, combine flour and the next 6 ingredients.
5. 5
   In another bowl, combine the pumpkin and rum.
6. 6
   Add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with the pumpkin mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
7. 7
   Mix at lowest speed just until blended after each addition.
8. 8
   Transfer batter into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan.
9. 9
   Bake in a 325° oven for 1 hour and 25-30 minutes or until a pick comes out clean.
10. 10
    Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes; remove from pan and let cool completely on wire rack.