From La Cuisine Creole by Lafcadio Hearn (circa 1885): This cook book uses a tin basin to mix the dough for biscuits. The basin is shallow and wide, making it perfect for such a task. This object is multifunctional and could have been used for mixing, serving, or storing food.
La cuisine creole : a collection of culinary recipes from leading chefs and noted Creole housewives, who have made New Orleans famous for its cuisine, available at: https://n2t.net/ark:/85335/m5gd4x
