This section is from the book "Soyer's Standard Cookery", by Nicolas Soyer. Also available from Amazon: Soyer's Standard Cookery.
Mince and pound thoroughly a pound of lean veal, add an equal quantity of breadcrumbs, the yolk of one egg and the beaten whites of two, and sufficient milk to make the whole into a moderately thick paste. Add seasoning to taste, and pour the mixture into a well-buttered mold. Let it steam for one hour.
 
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