The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 1828 — Shortcrust Pastry, Third Method
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 1828 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Combine a Russian pound (three glasses) flour, two eggs and a quarter glass sugar with half a glass sour cream.
Add one third or one quarter pound butter creamed until pale and a level teaspoon salt.
Use an extra egg to glaze the pastry before baking.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 1828. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.