The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3725 — Apple Marmalade
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3725 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Prepare apple purée as described in recipe No. 3724. For 3 cups purée add 1½ cups sugar.
Cook until a little mixture placed on a spoon over ice begins to set and leaves the spoon.
Spread on a dish to the desired thickness. When set, cut into pieces as for pastila, sprinkle with sugar and store in jars or boxes.
If a little too soft, dry the dish in a warm oven; if very thin, boil again to the proper thickness.
Historical editorial note: A cold-spoon setting test does not validate long-term storage safety.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3725. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.