The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2447 — Cauliflower with Breadcrumbs or Sauce
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2447 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Remove the green leaves from 3–6 cauliflower heads and soak the heads in water for about 2 hours. Boil in salted water, drain in a sieve, transfer to a serving dish and pour over walnut oil in which breadcrumbs have been fried until browned, or serve with sauce No. 2415.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2447. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.