The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2355 — French Beer and Fruit Soup
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2355 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Shred zest of half an orange and half a lemon, peel the fruits and slice.
Add half a glass raisins, three or four figs, one or two apples and one or two pears cut into pieces.
Pour on three bottles pale beer boiled with cinnamon, cloves and sugar, then bring everything to a boil several times.
Serve hot or cold, adding a small glass rum or sherry if desired.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2355. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.