Ask the kids if they enjoyed the challenge, and would they like to try another. Then add a sticker to your Eat Them to Defeat Them wall chart, if you don’t have one you can download one here. Remember, for veg-resistant children a sniff, a lick or a nibble is good progress – praise it. 27, 2022 Each year at Christmas, I make sure I have leftovers to make this bubble and squeak on Boxing Day.

Once the meal is over, praise, praise, praise – but don’t mention health. During the meal, avoid any pressure and keep the mood fun. 350g Potato, peeled and cut into small chunks 200g Carrot, peeled and diced 200g Green cabbage, shredded 20g Unsalted butter 75g Cheddar cheese, grated. Watch the video above together and repeat the rally cry “this roast is mine” with as much enthusiasm as you can muster, and ask the children if they want to help Chef Andrew to defeat the veggies.īefore you serve the roast you might want to watch the video again, and as you serve, repeat the rally cry: “this roast is mine”! As you or your kids eat the vegetables, you can say things like: “you’re going down veggies” or “let’s defeat them”. Tell your kids that as part of Eat Them to Defeat Them you have a challenge called Rebel Roasts and ask if they would like to watch the video.

We have suggested these little potato cakes below for something different – but that’s up to you – you do your roast, your way (but with plenty of veg).

Download easy bubble and squeak patties