The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3712 — Soaked Apples, Another Method
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3712 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
For one measure apples, scald 1 pound rye flour with 1 vedro boiling water, stir, let settle and cool.
Decant the clear liquid and pour over the apples, adding tarragon and other herbs as in recipe No. 3711.
Historical editorial note: This historical fermentation method gives no validated microbial or acidity controls.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3712. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.