Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, oil and egg; set aside. In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and nutmet. Mix eggnog and brandy or rum. Add the flour mixture alternately with the eggnog mixture to the sugar mixture, stirring just until each addition is combined.

Divide the batter between 2 greased loaf pans. Sprinkle half the sliced almonds over the top of each loaf. Bake for 40 - 45 minutes.

Cool in pans for 10 minutes; remove from pans. Cool thoroughly. Wrap and store overnight before slicing. Serve with plum jam, if desired.

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