The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3387 — Preserved Nuts
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3387 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Gather fresh nuts, remove their shells and all skins, and place in a compotier jar.
Pour over cooled thick syrup, tie with animal bladder and stand in a saucepan of cold water.
Boil the surrounding water for no longer than ten minutes. Continue as described in recipes Nos. 3376 and 3377.
Historical editorial note: These historic jar and covering techniques are not verified modern safe preservation.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3387. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.