The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3255 — Preserve from Dried Raspberries
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3255 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Take 1 pound dried raspberries, scald with boiling water and cover. After half an hour drain the raspberry infusion.
Measure 2 glasses of this infusion and 1 pound sugar, boil into a syrup, add the softened fruit and cook as usual.
Use this preserve in dishes, pies, cakes, doughnuts and other sweets.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3255. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.