The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 1784 — Simple Oatmeal with Potatoes
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 1784 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Cook half a glass oat groats in nine glasses water, add one spoonful butter and salt, and beat with a spatula.
Stir in separately boiled potatoes cut into slices.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 1784. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.