The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2029 — Gooseberry Compote
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2029 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Clean slightly underripe gooseberries, bring to a boil once or twice in water and drain.
Prepare syrup, add cooled gooseberries, bring to a boil twice more, turn onto a dish and chill before serving.
To provide
2 pounds gooseberries, about 4–5 glasses ¼–¾ pound sugar | Optional ½ vershok vanilla in syrup |
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2029. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.