The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 1832 — Chopped Butter Pastry
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 1832 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Finely chop together half a pound cold fresh dry butter, one pound flour and half a teaspoon salt until the texture resembles semolina.
Transfer to a bowl, add one egg and a glass water, knead thoroughly and roll out.
Shape into a pie or small pastries, brush with egg and place directly into the hot oven from a cold place.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 1832. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.