[s2e8] Let Them Eat Pie -

Ultimately, the episode serves as a comedic look at how Michael's own parenting lessons often backfire on him as his children use his logic against him.

Frustrated by their silence, Michael decides to teach them a new lesson. He declares that since they love pie so much, that is all they will eat. He forces the children to eat for every meal. [S2E8] Let Them Eat Pie

Junior dares Claire to eat the pie, which she does. Ultimately, the episode serves as a comedic look

"My Wife and Kids" Let Them Eat Pie (TV Episode 2001) - IMDb [S2E8] Let Them Eat Pie

He waits for the "sugar rush" and subsequent "sugar crash" to break their resolve and force a confession.