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Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

I know, I know. Everybody hates Brussels sprouts — especially kids. Right? Well, after you try this recipe, you may learn to love America’s most hated vegetable as much as my family does.

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

My ten-year-old son was watching over my shoulder as I was working on the graphics for this post. “Those are so delicious,” he said, unsolicited. “Can we eat them again soon?”

Unfortunately, I was fresh out of sprouts. He and his big brother volunteered to run to the grocery store to buy some, so I’ll roast a new batch for dinner tonight.

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

The recipe is simple. First, set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

Next, wash your sprouts. Be sure to use cold water when you rinse these little guys — Brussels sprouts don’t smell very pretty when they’re raw, and if you rinse with hot water, your family may sniff the air and accuse one another of passing gas!

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

The good news is that once they’re roasted, Brussels spouts smell almost as good as they taste!

After rinsing Brussels sprouts, cut a thin layer off the stem end of each one, then slice into halves.

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

Drizzle sprouts with olive oil, then sprinkle to taste with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts
Pop into a warm (350-degree) oven. Roast for 20 to 30 minutes.

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

When they’re finished, the sprouts are fork-tender and delicious. our family can finish off several pounds in a single sitting.

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

They’re irresistible!

Brussels Sprouts for Kids who Hate Brussels Sprouts

Want to try more of our favorites? You can view recipes I’ve posted previously here: Flanders Family Favorite Recipes. Or get the whole collection (plus lots of other fun ideas for making mealtime memorable) in my book, Sit Down & Eat.

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5 Comments

  1. Thank you for the recipe. I’m going to try this tonight. If it passes my families taste buds, I will be making this for Thanksgiving.

    1. You won’t be sorry. I used to turn my nose up to them, too, but I can’t get enough of them cooked this way!

    1. Oops! That’s an important piece of information, Gramma, isn’t it? My daughter is the one who got us all hooked on these things, and she normally roasts them at 350-degrees Fahrenheit.

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