The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3976 — Keeping Fresh Beetroots
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3976 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
In a dry cellar, arrange beet roots into a tall round pyramid, with the root ends pointing inward.
Cover every row with sand so no two beets touch and only the tops remain just visible around the outside.
The author notes that by early spring fresh young beet greens can already be obtained.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3976. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.