The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 1083 — Duck with Cabbage and Sava
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 1083 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
See Nos. 558–560. The Russian original supplies only these cross-references and the ingredient list.
To provide
1–2 ducks, weighing about 3 Russian pounds 1 carrot, 1 leek and 1 parsley root 1 onion and 6–7 allspice berries 2–3 bay leaves | 1 head of cabbage 1 spoonful of butter and ½ glass of flour Optional ½–1 glass of sour cream 2–3 rusks |
Historical editorial note: The word 'sava' appears in the Russian title and is retained as a historical term rather than assigned an unsupported modern meaning.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 1083. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.