A taste of 1795: recreating an 18th-century German delicacy
Discover how to prepare bratwurst encased in fried pastry, a recipe sourced from a translated 1795 German cookbook. This video brings historical culinary traditions to life using authentic period instructions.
This recipe is drawn from "The Economical Handbook For The Housewife," a German cookbook printed in 1795. While translating historical German texts presents significant linguistic challenges, recent work by Kayla and Karen at Old Salem Museums and Gardens has made these period recipes accessible once again.
The video demonstrates the preparation of bratwurst wrapped in a crisp, fried pastry, offering a direct connection to the domestic cooking practices of the late 18th century.
Source: Bratwurst In Fried Pastry - 18th Century Cooking
