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Sauces in cookery are like the first rudiments of grammar - the foundation of all languages.

Alexis Soyer (1851). “The Modern Housewife: Or, Ménagère. Comprising Nearly One Thousand Receipts, for the Economic and Judicious Preparation of Every Meal of the Day, and Those for the Nursery and Sick Room; and Minute Directions for Family Management in All Its Branches. Illustrated with Engravings Including the Modern Housewife's Unique Kitchen, and Magic Stove”, p.88
Sauces in cookery are like the first rudiments of grammar - the foundation of all languages.