The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 4045 — Transporting Poultry in Winter
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 4045 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Slaughter the birds, pluck immediately, gut and wipe them.
Stuff their cavities with blotting paper and pack in tubs with straw between the layers.
Historical editorial note: Paper and straw are not validated food-contact materials for maintaining a safe cold chain.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 4045. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.