This Gold Souvenir Edition of the Better Homes & Gardens New Cook Book commemorates the sale of 10 million copies, making it a standout collectible for mid-century kitchen lovers.
Filled with full-color photographs, classic 1960s recipes, and the iconic 5-ring binder design, it captures the warmth, style, and practicality of the era. Its tabbed sections cover baking, meal planning, main dishes, desserts, and more—perfect for both display and everyday cooking inspiration.
Ready to enjoy in your home kitchen or vintage cookbook collection.
Quick Specs
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Item Type: Vintage 5-Ring Binder Cookbook
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Size: 10 × 8 × 2 inches
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Material: Hardcover binder, metal rings, paper pages
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Color: Metallic gold cover with embossed lettering; color photo pages
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Origin or Maker: Meredith Press
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Year or Era: 1960s Souvenir Edition
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GENRE: Mid-Century Cookbook, Americana Kitchen Reference, Retro Cooking
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Language / Pages: English • 398 pages (as found)
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Identifiers: Souvenir Edition marking; no ISBN (pre-ISBN era)
Edition & Features
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Edition/Printing: Gold Souvenir Edition commemorating 10,000,000 cook books sold
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Dust Jacket: Not issued; gold hardcover binder format
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Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Full-color photography throughout
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Extras: Tabbed sections, charts, oven temperature guides, handwritten recipe insert inside
Condition Grade: Good/Fair
Notes:
- Cover shows corner rubbing and surface wear from kitchen use.
- Tabs display heavy wear and bending.
- Pages show aging, toning, and some staining consistent with mid-century cookbook use.
- Binder rings function properly; pages intact at 398 (as found).
- A well-loved, functional vintage cookbook with classic mid-century charm.
See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly
About the Author / Maker Meredith Publishing Company
Meredith Publishing Company produced the iconic Better Homes & Gardens cookbooks, shaping American home cooking from the 1930s onward.
A nostalgic mid-century kitchen classic—ready to delight cooks and collectors alike.
Disclaimer
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Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.
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