Same here. I like to taste my food. Spicy is good though.I agree with your wife.
The internet says:
"The sensation of something as “hot” or “spicy” is quite often described as a taste. Technically, this is just a pain signal sent by the nerves that transmit touch and temperature sensations. The substance “capsaicin” in foods seasoned with chili causes a sensation of pain and heat."
So I guess yours is sprinkled with pain signals but no flavor. :doh: