Who invented oatmeal? [3583C]

I assume you mean the consumption of oatmeal as a breakfast cereal.  Humans began eating oatmeal for breakfast thousands of years ago – most commonly in the British Isles – so it’s impossible to know who “invented” it (but I’m going to say it was a guy named Conor, who lived [...]

Why do leftovers taste better? [3586A]

[written in answer space:  scarcity principle]

Good guess, Secret Scribbler, but I don’t think so.  The correct answer is gristle. That’s right: gristle, that crusty, crunchy, delicious stuff that bakes around the edges of leftovers (especially those with cheese).  Oh, yeah!

Do different color M&M’s taste differently?  Why do people love red M&M’s if it isn’t their favorite color? [3581C]

The flavor – if there is any (see my earlier post: Soooooo delectable!) – is from the chocolate.  If people love red M&Ms, it’s because the color projects strength and passion.  Red is said to [...]

How many skittles are there in a bag?  Is is always the same amount?  What is the most preferred flavor? [3581B]

That’s impossible to answer, since Skittles come in a variety of bag sizes. I’m not sure what the most preferred flavor is, but my preference is for Orange Skittles Vodka.

Why are mashed potatoes with butter soooooo delectable? [3570A]

[written in answer space:  "They ain't mashed potatoes ma, aight?!" --B.I.G.]

Americans, at least, are conditioned to crave the unholy trinity of fat, sugar, and salt.  And mashed potatoes have them all!