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Not a good idea. If it's watery items (like soup or gravy) it probably won't hurt but anything with any texture can accumulate in the pipes, bond with any oil or fat that gets dumped down the drain and cause clogs.

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Q: Can food be put down the drain without a garbage dispoal?
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