RUM BUNS 
2 pkgs. or 1 cake yeast
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tbsp. rum extract
1/2 c. warm water
1 c. scalded milk
1/2 c. shortening
2 tsp. salt
1 egg, beaten
5 to 6 c. flour

Mix yeast, sugar, water until yeast is dissolved. Add rum, egg, milk, shortening and salt. Mix well. Add flour. Knead. Roll to 1/4 inch thick square. Moisten entire square with butter. Sprinkle 1/2 cup brown sugar, mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon over dough. Sprinkle 1 cup raisins over dough. Roll up. Slice in 1 inch rolls. Place in well greased muffin tins. Let rise approximately 2 to 3 hours. Bake at 375 degrees until light tan on top.

ICING:

1 box confectioners sugar
1 tbsp. butter, melted
1 tbsp. rum extract
Enough water to mix

Spoon on hot buns.

 

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