ITunes no longer asks for password on purchases

Since upgrading to iTunes 11, it has stopped asking to confirm Apple ID credentials when making purchases.  This was a handy parental feature, so us as parents, could "authorize" our kids downloads/purchases.
How can I restore this essential feature/option?

Try changing Settings > General > Restrictions > Require Password to 'immediately'

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