On 12/11/2012 10:29 PM, Janet Bostwick wrote:

>>>
>> Brussel sprouts translation - bitter little cabbages.
>
> I've begun to think that the food preferences of each person is
> dependent upon their personal mouth chemistry. I can't imagine
> brussels sprouts being bitter. To me they are sweet and slightly
> nutty.

The bitterness comes out in them when they are overcooked.