Ranch Cook Prepares Chili at Walking X Ranch May 1939

A ranch cook lifts the lid from a kettle of chili during a roundup at the Walking X Ranch near Marfa, Texas, in May 1939. This scene illustrates the importance of communal meals during cattle herding. Chiles are a staple in Texan cuisine, highlighting the regions Mexican culinary influences and outdoor cooking traditions.

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