The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3750 — Soaked Pears and Bergamot Pears
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3750 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
The source recommends varieties described as Gdansk, Trubchevsk, Sugar, Seedless, Dolgovetka and White.
Soak or ferment them exactly as apples in recipe No. 3711 and serve with roast meat.
Historical editorial note: The cross-referenced historical fermentation procedure lacks measured safety controls.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3750. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.