In article ,
"Pat Porter" wrote:

Yes that`s right - aluminium foil, as we call it. The stuff that comes in
rolls, for wrapping the turkey in, etc! Just scrunch it up a bit, and put it
in a bowl. Large handful of washing soda, boiling water to cover and watch
it fizz! Looks quite scary, but it`s fine.



Next question from a silly American:
What's "washing soda"?

Lynn