The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 381 — Smolensk-Groat Porridge for Broth
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 381 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Bring three glasses of water to the boil and add one glass of Smolensk groats. Salt with one teaspoon of salt and add a teaspoon of butter.
Cook, then turn onto a dish, flatten with a knife and put a weight on top. When cold, cut into small even cubes, carefully transfer to a small round dish and serve with clear broth No. 1.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 381. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.