Green and Bumpy for Dinner?

"Green, bumpy, and slightly smelly.

It's no wonder some people turn up their noses. But if you do, you're missing out.

No, we're not talking about the foil-wrapped leftovers in the back of the fridge. We're talking about broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts, as well as white cauliflower -- powerhouse veggies that are rich in isothiocyanates, compounds that not only give the vegetables a slightly pungent smell and bitter taste but also are credited with inhibiting cancer cells. Don't like any of them? Chop, grate, or puree them into soups, spreads, sauces, and side dishes -- you'll hardly notice 'em.

Don't let your family's groans prevent you from serving certain so-good-for-you vegetables. Just work them in discreetly.

Mix pureed cauliflower into mashed potatoes -- the flavor is amazing and no one will guess what your "secret seasoning" is.
Top tacos with crunchy shredded cabbage or mix minced cabbage into tuna salad.
Make coleslaw a family staple; just use low-fat mayo in the dressing.
Blend finely chopped broccoli into meatballs or pesto pasta sauce.
Shred Brussels sprouts into green salads -- they'll get lost in the mix.
It only takes a few minor modifications to your recipes to make a big difference in your family's future health."

As you might have guessed these are not my words. I got these in an email and thought they were interesting and worth sharing. :-)