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Discover this charming vintage "Cooking with Herbs" booklet from the Indiana Botanic Gardens in Hammond, Indiana. This delightful piece of mid-century ephemera, likely dating from the 1940s or 1950s, offers a fascinating glimpse into culinary practices and herb usage of the era. The cover features an appealing illustration of a woman surrounded by various labeled herbs, including Thyme, Marjoram, Rosemary, Mint, Sage, and Savory, making it an attractive collectible for those interested in vintage cookbooks, gardening, or local Indiana history.
The pamphlet includes detailed sections on "Aromatic Botanicals for the Kitchen," "How to Use Culinary Herbs," and a practical chart outlining "Culinary Herbs" pairings for meats, vegetables, sauces, dressings, and dairy products. It provides instructions for fresh herbs with cold dishes, cooking with fresh herbs, and using dried herbs. Measuring approximately 9 x 12 inches when unfolded, this item serves as both a historical document and a nostalgic guide to flavoring food. It's a unique find for collectors of vintage ephemera, culinary history, gardening memorabilia, or items related to Indiana's past.
Measures approx. 5.5 by 4.25 inches
