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June 1, 2024
June 1, 2024Ricochet

Proof Is In the You-Know-What

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Brown sugar. Butter. Maybe some cream. Perhaps a dash of vanilla and a pinch of salt. That's the recipe for Butterscotch.

Or you just follow the directions on that 10-lb bag of powder over there.

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    Arahant@Arahant·2y

    The proof of the pudding is in the eating.

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    Arahant@Arahant·2y

    Cold coffee reaction reminds me of the painting called The Vinegar Tasters.

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    Arahant@Arahant·2y

    Great ramble through the culture, James.

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    Dotorimuk@Dotorimuk·2y

    Just a guess: the origin of “putting on the dog” is WAY more G-rated than the origin of “screwing the pooch.”

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    Arahant (View Comment):

    Great ramble through the culture, James.

    Thanks! Never know what's going to happen.

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