The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2042 — Chocolate Milk Custard
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2042 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Add half a grated chocolate bar, about one eighth pound, and half a glass sugar to three glasses whole milk. Bring to a boil once.
Cool, whisk with six yolks, strain into a mould or cups and cook in a water bath as in No. 2038.
Serve with sugar or milk sauce No. 488.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2042. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.