Earthen Oven Temperature Measurement in New Mexico 1939

A vintage image from September 1939 illustrates the method for determining the temperature of an earthen oven in Taos County, New Mexico. Farmers observed the burn rate of straw, a traditional technique used for baking bread. This document reflects agricultural practices in New Mexico and provides insight into the regions culinary heritage.

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