The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2759 — Melon Compote
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2759 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Peel a ripe melon, cut into pieces and arrange on a dish. Boil syrup from ½ pound of sugar and 1½ glasses of water.
Pour the hot syrup over the melon and serve after it has cooled.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2759. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.