I'd agree to a certain point. My father knew I hated onions (which many of us do) yet he was an onion lover so you know what that meant? He'd over-onion virtually everything and have a son sitting at the table trying to eat this junk and having his gag reflex triggered at every mouthful.
It was pathetic and doesn't help much when I try to think fondly of my father. All I'm saying is, be careful, your child may end up resenting you for forcing things down his throat. Forcing is a negative memory, coaxing and helping a child to make the righ choices are rewarding experiences.
It's also important to remember that everyone likes different things. Some foods you cook for your son that seem allright to you and the masses like shepards pie, chicken chow mein, stews, etc., may seem repulsive to him. Try to understand why and maybe adjust the recipe slightly to help accomodate some of his tastes.
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