In an old (turn-of-the-last-century) book of recipes from Delmonico's
called "The Epicurean" there is a menu for a dinner in honor of the
Russian Fleet in 1862, or
thereabouts. One of the hors d'oevres was something called "Snit-mitch
a la Russe". There wasn't any explanation, and no recipe for it was
included. Does anyone have any idea what this could be? Or any tips for
how one goes about tracking down what appears to be an extremely
obscure historical recipe? My sister sent me this question, she says
she's had no luck tracking it down and thinks I might do better. Well,
posting to this group is the best idea I've had, and I really hope
someone here can give me an idea of where to go next. Thank you!

Maria