The elderly neighbor carefully studied the metal surface, paying particular attention to the evenly spaced ridges. After examining it from several angles, he suggested that it might have been an old-fashioned meat tenderizer. His theory was that someone would place a piece of meat directly on the ridged surface and use a separate mallet to strike it.
According to his explanation, the raised metal sections could help create pressure against the meat, making it easier to soften before cooking. The idea seemed reasonable to some of the family members. After all, older kitchens often contained tools that were unfamiliar to people accustomed to modern appliances. However, the explanation still raised questions. There was no evidence confirming that the object had ever been used that way, and other visitors were not convinced. The mystery remained open.
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