The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3619 — Another Method for Restoring Spoiled Butter
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3619 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
For 4 pounds old butter, the source uses 6 glasses fresh milk. The mixture is churned as for ordinary butter; it first breaks apart and later collects again.
The milk is then poured off and the butter washed in clean water.
Historical editorial note: Churning spoiled butter with milk does not remove microbial or chemical hazards and must not be treated as safe food recovery.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3619. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.