The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 530 — Artichokes with Malaga Wine
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 530 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Remove the leaves from the artichokes as described in the general note and soak the prepared bottoms in cold water for one hour.
Bring once to the boil in salted water, drain and transfer to a saucepan with melted butter.
Pour in Malaga wine and add sugar. Simmer until tender, adding strong broth a little at a time. Arrange on a dish, strain the sauce over the artichokes and serve.
To provide
20 artichokes, ¼ Russian pound of butter and 2 glasses of strong broth | 4–5 lumps of sugar ½ bottle of Malaga wine |
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 530. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.