Cooking Oil Collection

Deadly nightshade poison engraving 1857
A History of the Vegetable Kingdom by Wlliiam Rhind 1855

Oil lamp, 1885 (brass, glazed earthenware & glass)
2972951 Oil lamp, 1885 (brass, glazed earthenware & glass) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Royal Daylight Oil advertising leaflet, back and front covers
2972926 Royal Daylight Oil advertising leaflet, back and front covers, 1890-1900 (litho) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English

Chips in Deep Fat Fryer Metal Basket Lifted out of Oil

Common thorn apple poison engraving 1857
A History of the Vegetable Kingdom by Wlliiam Rhind 1855

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
Illustration of a Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)

Common Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
illustration of a Common Nutmeg with fruit showing (Myristica fragrans)

Oil and grease producing plant, illustration engraving on white

Black and white illustration of bottle of oil, onion and herb

Illustration of bottles of olive oil, peanut oil, and green olives and peanuts

Illustration of using basting brush to oil frying pan

Bottles of olive oil, vegetable oil and coconut oil and two strawberries by a mixing bowl (making moisturiser)

Illustration of a bible scene, 2 Kings 4, Jars of Oil, Elisha advises a poor family to pour olive oil from their jar into empty ones, God ensures the oil never runs out

Various cereal with corn cobs

Fishes on barbecue grill against white background

A bottle of hazelnut oil and some ripe and unripe hazelnuts (Corylus avellana) on rustic wooden boards

A bowl of hazelnut oil and some ripe and unripe hazelnuts (Corylus avellana) on rustic wooden boards

Olive oil

Olives with ciabatta bread and oil for dipping, snacks

Olive oil flowing from a glass jug in a glass bowl

Fish deep-fried in asian wok on the street food stall, Penang, Malaysia
Fish deep-fried in asian wok on the street food stall at the famous Kimberley Street Food Night Market, George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Liquids (methylated spirits, corn oil, water, mercury) of different densities in a beaker with a hydrometer

Hand pouring cooking oil over water in beaker

Bowl of safflower oil

Hands using tongs to move deep-fried chicken drumstick from pan onto draining rack

Curry paste simmering in cracked coconut cream in a wok

Herbs, spices, oils, pastes and vegetables in bowls

Egypt, Cairo, taamiya (falafel) being cooked in hot oil at food stall

Teaspoon of sesame oil

Bottle of cooking oil

Ingredients to make popcorn, including butter, corn grains, cooking oil, in glass bowls

Shallow-fried falafel in oil, being turned with a spatula, close-up

Cooking chips in pan

Brushing pieces of poultry with a herbal marinade

Bowl of argan oil

Chicken escalopes being fried in cooking oil in frying pan on hob

Brushing two raw steaks with oil

Bowl of Fuul, a traditional Egyptian dish of pureed fava beans, herbs and oil, view from above

Frying pan containing diced red and green bell peppers and oil

Olive oil

Using tongs to turn mullet in a frying pan

Olive oil on a dish

Brown mustard seeds spilling from bowl, and yellow mustard oil in glass and bottle

Chilli oil being poured into decanter

Pouring oil into a wok from a glass jug, view from above

Glass jar containing mixed mushrooms preserved in oil

Bowl of sunflower oil

Two salmon steaks in a glass tray being brushed with oil, high angle view

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"Unveiling the Rich History and Versatility of Cooking Oil" Step back in time to 1857, where deadly nightshade poison engravings served as a haunting reminder of the importance of choosing safe cooking oils. Fast forward to 1885, when oil lamps made from brass, glazed earthenware, and glass illuminated countless kitchens. Delve into the world of advertising with a Royal Daylight Oil leaflet that captivated consumers with its promises of culinary excellence. But beware. The common thorn apple poison engraving reminds us that not all oils are created equal. Discover the aromatic wonders of nutmeg (Myristica fragrans), both common and extraordinary. Uncover the secrets behind oil and grease-producing plants that have fueled our culinary adventures for centuries. Intriguing black and white illustrations depict bottles of oil alongside onions and herbs, evoking a sense of flavor harmony waiting to be unleashed. Feast your eyes on an array of olive oil, peanut oil, green olives, and peanuts - a testament to the diverse flavors found in different oils. Learn how to masterfully season your frying pan using a basting brush dipped in golden goodness. Witness bottles filled with olive oil, vegetable oil, coconut oil standing proudly next to two luscious strawberries near a mixing bowl - revealing their hidden potential beyond cooking: creating nourishing moisturizers. Finally, immerse yourself in biblical tales as depicted in 2 Kings 4. Elisha advises a poor family to pour olive oil from their jar into empty ones; miraculously witnessing God's intervention ensuring that their supply never runs dry. Cooking oil is more than just an ingredient; it is an essential companion throughout history - guiding us through flavorsome journeys while reminding us of cautionary tales etched within its legacy.