Citron Preserves
From The household cook book, 1902
Serves 8
This citron may be used for cake to add flavor and beauty.
Presented as published in 1902. Historical recipes may not meet modern food-safety standards. Cook from the modern interpretation below, not the original instructions.
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This recipe was extracted from The household cook book (1902) by Smiley, James B[ethuel],, page 377. The excerpt below is the record exactly as published.
CITRON PRESERVES— These should be made as late in the season as possible, when the melons are ripest. After paring, cut into fancy shapes, but not too small. Cook till tender, in just water enough to cover, with a large spoonful of al- um added. Drain the pieces well, and then cook ^ hour in the preserving syrup, with the juice of sev- eral lemo
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