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[Gene GeRue <genegerue AT ruralize.com>]

On Apr 17, 2008, at 9:16 PM, Clansgian AT wmconnect.com wrote:

> > > I love that this kid prefers veggies and fruits over everything
> > > except, of course, my homemade ice cream!
> >
> > Ooh, that would go mighty fine on the cherry pie!
>
> What?  Brussels sprouts?

No, but I agree that it is the cooking that makes B.S. delectable.  
Growing up, my mother never raised them. In fact upon your inquiry I  
consulted her and for the first time found her lacking in appropriate  
gardening knowledge. At any rate, and I do not recall the motivation,  
a couple months ago I bought some, cleaned off the outer leaves, cut  
them in half, cooked them in olive oil and sea salt in a pan,  
sizzling, a few slightly browned, removed from heat. Found them so  
sweet and delectable I burned my mouth from the big ones, eating them  
too soon.