peppers and chillies originate "right here" in America. Those are Native foods, too. He said he hopes all Americans should understand where our food comes from and appreciate the story behind it.

No wonder corn became the most important ingredient in Native American cuisine. Spicing up the three sisters are equally ...

Native Americans introduced file to the French settlers ... They returned with Mexican pepper seeds and a passion for heat. Adding green peppers to sauces and to meats kept foods from spoiling ...