The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2173 — Almond Wafer Curls, Another Proportion
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2173 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Mix half a pound peeled dried grated almonds, three eighths pound sugar and four whipped whites.
Spread thinly over a waxed baking sheet, bake until barely golden, then cut hot strips three fingers wide and roll into tubes.
To provide
½ pound almonds, 1½ glasses ⅜ pound sugar, ¾ glass | 4 whites White wax |
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2173. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.