Bubblewrap 3,815 Posted June 28, 2012 Report Share Posted June 28, 2012 Someone could make a fortune if they could grow "flatulent" free sprouts. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paulus 541 Posted June 28, 2012 Report Share Posted June 28, 2012 But that's the whole point of nobby greens...................... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ayupmeducks 1,730 Posted June 28, 2012 Report Share Posted June 28, 2012 I had to stop eating sprouts when I was in my 20's, used to give me extreme guts ache with the inevitable flatulence, the latter I could almost stand, the smell was horrific..!! Now I enjoy them with no discomfort except the after smell and loud flapping of a certain lower muscle......LOL Stupid smiles don't work again!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loppylugs 8,424 Posted June 29, 2012 Report Share Posted June 29, 2012 Someone could make a fortune if they could grow "flatulent" free sprouts. Now why spoil a good thing? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ayupmeducks 1,730 Posted June 29, 2012 Report Share Posted June 29, 2012 We oldies don't have a lot to look forward too, don't spoil our fun........LOL Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mgread1200 141 Posted June 29, 2012 Report Share Posted June 29, 2012 Parents used to say not to eat them untill after they had a good frost. I think that is one for the time when we ate seasonable veg unlike now when we get anything at any time of the year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
poohbear 1,360 Posted June 29, 2012 Report Share Posted June 29, 2012 30 posts on the subject of brussels....you lot amaze me... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted June 29, 2012 Report Share Posted June 29, 2012 poohbear Member Since 12 Jul 2008 Poohbear, I thought you would have sussed this out before now Quote Link to post Share on other sites
poohbear 1,360 Posted June 29, 2012 Report Share Posted June 29, 2012 I don't read these posts...I just glance at them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Compo 10,326 Posted July 1, 2012 Report Share Posted July 1, 2012 On the subject of Nobs: if you like them sweet grow the variety Trafalgar. They are the sweetest tasting nobs you can ever hope to put into your mouth. Trafalgar are a mid season variety, best after the early frosts and are so sweet that even children like them. The trick is to pick and cook them in a single session. The minute they are picked the sugars begin to turn into starches which cause a bitter taste. Don't overcook them but boil gently until firm and crisp but cooked through. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted July 1, 2012 Report Share Posted July 1, 2012 Must try them Compo, thanks http://www.simplyseed.co.uk/brussel-sprout-seeds/trafalgar.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Compo 10,326 Posted July 2, 2012 Report Share Posted July 2, 2012 I will use that website for my seeds next time - they're much cheaper than the big boys! Ta for the link Mick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted July 2, 2012 Report Share Posted July 2, 2012 I used to use Thompson & Morgan in the 70s. Trafalgar is an F1 variety. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moobug 3 Posted September 28, 2012 Report Share Posted September 28, 2012 Always loved sprouts, even as a child. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radfordred 6,284 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 On 6/24/2012 at 6:50 PM, bamber said: I'd never realized, until today, that nobby greens is a peculiarly Nottingham name for Brussels sprouts. I love 'em. Soft or crunchy? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,094 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 Sprouts are the spawn of Satan ! They were designed to be bane of recycled teenagers, guaranteed to embarras at the worst possible moment. Personally, I much prefer them chopped and stir fried with chicken and noodles, with a few water chestnuts on the side. Maybe they are made to ensure we all have bubble baths ! Beekay. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
philmayfield 6,089 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 Can’t see what the fuss is about sprouts. We had them twice last week. Cooked al dente of course! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
katyjay 5,085 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 On 6/25/2012 at 1:41 PM, Ayupmeducks said: I'd like to know how they stop lettuces bolting in hot climates like California though, never had any success growing them during our hot summers Yuma is the lettuce growing capital of the world, and it doesn't get any hotter than there. There is obviously a knack there to not getting bolted lettuce. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,094 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 Tie the lettuce down on a short leash or perhaps use a hobble. That'll stop the bu99ers from bolting ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ayupmeducks 1,730 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 I tried that, but the buggers chewed through the leash. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,094 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 Try hiding their teeth or better than that, keep 'em in a corral and make sure you lock the gate and stash the key. Good luck.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
denshaw 2,869 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 That wouldn't work if it was a Rocket Lettuce. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,094 Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 No, your right Den. But if you used iceberg lettuce you could always defrost them and that would stop their gallivanting. I think if it was Rocket one would have to refuse access to the launch pad. That might help, or am I just being silly? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wurrows 3 Posted December 25, 2018 Report Share Posted December 25, 2018 I have a friend who calls sweetcorn 'see you tomorrow'.( Figure that one out!) 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bubblewrap 3,815 Posted December 25, 2018 Report Share Posted December 25, 2018 On 12/6/2018 at 10:07 AM, philmayfield said: Can’t see what the fuss is about sprouts. We had them twice last week. Cooked al dente of course! Also known as farty balls Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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