Notebook of Heinz Company Recipes, circa 1890

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Artifact Overview

H.J. Heinz was devoted to producing a consistent product for his line of pickled foods and condiments. He expected his employees to follow the same instructions and procedures to ensure consistency. The recipes within this notebook, which belonged to one of his factory managers, illustrate the painstaking care that H.J. Heinz dedicated to this effort.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Notebook

Date Made

circa 1890

Collection Title

H. J. Heinz Company Collection

Location

at Greenfield Village in Heinz House

Object ID

53.41.1665

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Handwriting

Dimensions

Height: 5.75 in
Width: 3.5 in

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