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Salmon Roes, Caviare Of

Wash the roes thoroughly in milk and water, and drain them till dry. Let them lie in salt for two days. A pound of spawn will require two ounces and a half of salt. Take the roes up, lay them on a board before the fire, and let them remain for some hours. Crush them with a roller, and with every pound of spawn put eight drops of spirit of nitre and as much pounded saltpetre as will cover a sixpence. Press the preparation into jars, cover the surface with writing-paper, and spread upon this a little cold lard. Tie bladder over the top, and keep in a warm place.