The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 708 — Chervil, Savory, Basil and Blackcurrant Leaves
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 708 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Chervil, savory, basil and blackcurrant leaves are added in bunches when salting cucumbers. This is the complete original entry.
Historical editorial note: This historical pickling reference does not specify acidity or a safe preservation procedure.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 708. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.