The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 1417 — Crumbly Pastry: Fourth Method
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 1417 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Cream one quarter Russian pound of butter until pale, then add one level teaspoon each of salt and sugar and a level glass of flour.
Beat in two yolks, gradually adding almost half a glass of milk.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 1417. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.