The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3947 — Salted Milk Caps
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3947 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Select small gruzdi mushrooms. Do not soak, but wash, drain and dry on sieves.
Pack in large jars with dill between layers and a little salt after every second row.
Do not use a weight. Cover generously with salt and a cabbage leaf.
Soak before serving as in recipe No. 3941.
Historical editorial note: Salted wild mushrooms without validated processing and storage may be hazardous.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3947. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.