"Recipes for Soybean Foods," circa 1931
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In an attempt to unite agriculture and industry, Henry Ford financed large-scale soybean experimentation. He hired researchers to investigate industrial applications for soybeans, and to study their culinary potential. This booklet promoted the soybean as a nutritious food. It contains recipes that incorporate cooked soybeans, as well as soy-based milk, butters, and "cheese" (tofu).
In an attempt to unite agriculture and industry, Henry Ford financed large-scale soybean experimentation. He hired researchers to investigate industrial applications for soybeans, and to study their culinary potential. This booklet promoted the soybean as a nutritious food. It contains recipes that incorporate cooked soybeans, as well as soy-based milk, butters, and "cheese" (tofu).
Artifact
Booklet
Date Made
circa 1931
Subject Date
circa 1931
Creators
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
EI.186.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 4.5 in
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