"Maize (indian corn) was domesticated from wild plants by the Mexicans at least as early as 5000 BC...Many types of bean and squash were other staples that ancient Mexico gave to the world. Then as now, the staff of life of the Mexican home was the tortilla...The unventilated hearth rests on stones and supports the circular stone griddle (comal). The maize is ground on the concave stone metate with the aid of a stone roller. The tortillas are formed by patting and clapping with the hands. "
-taken from Life in Ancient Mexico Coloring Book
Since corn was an important part of their culture, we had lots of corn.
Fritos corn chips and homemade salsa (our friend Sarah's recipe)
Fritos corn chips and guacamole
Tostitos scoops and rotel
Homemade chicken enchilalas made with corn tortillas
Goya mexican rice (with corn) and homemade refried black beans
Thanks Amy for the delicious enchiladas and black beans!
Tacos, beans, and rice
The big boys table
Miriam with her plate...notice she has Mexicorn on her plate
Micah even had some corn in her food :)
Looks like she got a lot on her face instead of in her belly :)
Dessert: apple enchiladas, Kahlua chocolate cake with chocolate chips, and ice cream
Emma feeding Levi dessert...She knows a way to a man's heart :)
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