The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3236 — Rye-Dough Gingerbread
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3236 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Mix 3 cups very thin rye dough with 3 cups molasses. Add 2 tablespoons good yeast mixture.
Soak 12 pieces of dried bitter-orange peel in water, carefully cut away their white inner pith and finely chop the zest. Add to the mixture and knead with 2 pounds second-grade wheat flour.
Let rise, roll into a flat cake and bake in the oven after bread.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3236. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.