The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 1812 — Khvorost, Fourth Method
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 1812 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Knead a firm dough from three eggs or six yolks, sugar and about two glasses flour.
Roll out thinly and fry according to the general note. Dust with cinnamon sugar if desired.
To provide
3 eggs or 6 yolks 4–6 sugar lumps and 2½ glasses flour 1½ pounds butter mixed with pork fat | 1 spoonful alcohol or vodka Optional cinnamon and ¼ glass sugar for dusting |
Historical editorial note: The method gives two glasses flour, but the supply table gives two and a half.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 1812. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.