The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2353 — Chilled Berry Soup with Cream
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2353 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Press three quarters of a garnets measure raspberries, wild strawberries, garden strawberries or currants through a sieve.
Mix with three quarters pound sugar and six glasses cream or sour cream; chill on ice.
Add a few whole berries and serve with pastries, biscuits or meringues known as Spanish wind.
Historical editorial note: Despite the source heading mentioning wine, its method calls for cream rather than wine.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2353. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.