The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2037 — Fresh Berries with Sugar and Wine
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2037 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Select one and a half pounds of the finest simultaneous seasonal berries: raspberries, wild and garden strawberries, Victoria strawberries, red, black and white currants, gooseberries, grapes and cherries.
Pit cherries and prick the currants with a needle. Arrange in a glass bowl.
Sprinkle with at least half a pound fine sugar and pour over two to four small glasses sherry, Madeira, Marsala or Muscat-Lunel.
Let stand for two to three hours before serving.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2037. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.