Is Dutch oven offensive?

A “Dutch oven” is, on the face of it, not a derogatory use of “Dutch” as this usually refers to a heavy cooking pot with a tight-fitting lid, but is also a brick oven where the cooking is done by the pre-heated walls, and a metal shield for roasting before an open fire.
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What does it mean to call someone a Dutch oven?

noun. the act of farting under the bed covers while in bed with another person, then pull those covers over their head so they're forced to smell it. I gave my girlfriend a Dutch Oven.
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What is a Dutch oven rude?

A Dutch oven is a slang term for lying in bed with another person and pulling the covers over the person's head while flatulating, thereby creating an unpleasant situation in an enclosed space.
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Why is a fart called a Dutch oven?

The “Dutch oven” is a fart chamber created by pulling a blanket over someone's head and farting. It was given this name based on the cooking action of a traditional Dutch oven (cast iron cooking pot), where food is cooked and steamed inside a closed chamber.
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What do the British call a Dutch oven?

They are often called casserole dishes in some English-speaking countries other than the United States (casserole means "pan" in French), and cocottes in French.
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What is a Dutch oven called in Australia?

Bedourie. The Australian version of a Dutch oven is a spun steel cooking pot with a unique shape that differs from the traditional Dutch oven.
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Why is it called a Dutch Baby?

While these pancakes are derived from the German pancake dish, it is said that the name Dutch baby was coined by one of Victor Manca's daughters, where "Dutch" perhaps was her corruption of the German autonym deutsch. Manca's Cafe claimed that it owned the trademark for Dutch babies in 1942.
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What is an Amish fart blanket?

Made with "the same type of fabric used by the military to protect against chemical weapons", this blanket promises to filter out the odor badness from farts, leaving clean air and saving your spouse's nose from evil smells.
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What's it called when you trap a fart under a blanket?

"Dutch oven", for the uninitiated, is when you trap a fart under blankets (or as one ex did to me—a big parka) then pull said blankets over someone's head.
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What is crop dusting fart?

In slang, crop-dusting is the act of moving while passing gas, usually silently, thereby “dusting” other people or an area with the gas.
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What does hotter than Dutch love mean?

DUTCH LOVE: There is an expression “Hotter than Dutch love,” said to mean very hot weather or a passionate relationship. On the face of it, this would seem to be a flattering comment on the Dutch. However, if we take it to be ironic, as most of these expressions are, then the Dutch are, as usual, ill served.
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Is Le Creuset a Dutch oven?

Where it came from: While generally referred to as Dutch ovens in the U.S., Le Creuset's version is technically a French oven, also known as a cocotte.
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What does Flatulate mean?

verb (used without object), flat·u·lat·ed, flat·u·lat·ing. to expel intestinal gas through the anus.
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Can we go dutch?

: to go to a movie, restaurant, etc., as a group with each person paying for his or her own ticket, food, etc. We went Dutch on dinner. I'll go Dutch with you on the movie if you want.
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Can a fart propel you in space?

Short answer: Yes. Flatulence would propel an astronaut forward very slowly, but if you used the gas as fuel for a combustion reaction the astronaut could get going much faster. Longer answer: Gas diffusing will carry a small amount of momentum backwards, so it must exert a force on the person, pushing them forward.
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How long does a fart smell last in a jar?

5) How long does the smell last? 20-30 days depending on temperature and nostril flow. This includes shipment time. Keeping the jar sealed ensures longevity – don't open the jar to test the smell, to ensure your victim receives maximum stench.
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What is the Better Marriage blanket?

This is just what the world needs, a flatulence absorbing blanket called the Better Marriage Blanket. This is a real thing. The company claims to absorb the foul odors coming from your partner while in bed making for a happier marriage and happier life.
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Did Matt and Shelly get married on return to Amish?

The season finale of the show ended with Shelly and Matt getting married. Unfortunately, after the show came to an end, there was no update on Matt and Shelly's relationship.
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What are pancakes called in England?

British pancakes are closer to French crepes, but they tend to be a bit smaller and slightly thicker. With crepes, you usually have a very thin dough and swirl it around the pan (or use a special tool, if you are like the street vendors, to make it really big and thin).
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Why do German pancakes puff up?

Most German pancake recipes call for pouring the batter into a preheated skillet and/or using a preheated oven. This means that the batter at the edges heats and puffs up very quickly, drawing some of the batter from the middle of the skillet with it and resulting in a pancake that's superthin at the center.
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What is the difference between hotcakes and pancakes?

Generally, pancakes are wide and have a fluffy texture, whereas the term hotcakes usually refer to a thicker, denser cake with a narrower diameter than pancakes, which doesn't rip as easily when picked up.
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What is a Dutch oven NZ?

The whole idea of a dutch oven is that it is a small oven by itself. Much cheaper to heat than a big oven (that's probably why the frugal Dutch invented it). A dutch oven on the stove top only requires a small gas flame or electric element and is perfect for stewing dishes too.
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Why is a Dutch oven so special?

An enameled cast-iron Dutch oven is perfect for braises because of its heft, which helps with heat retention and distribution. It's ideal for searing meat over high heat on the stovetop and then transferring it to the oven for low-and-slow cooking. That's versatility.
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Is a Dutch oven the same as a camp oven?

The most prominent difference between the two is the lid. While a dutch oven lid is domed and typically has drippers for self-basting, a camp oven's lid is thick, mostly flat, smooth-bottomed, and has a ridge around the top edge. The massive lid helps maximize heat retention.
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