Full of goodness, cook tripe (8)

I believe the answer is:

flummery

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(Other definitions for flummery that I've seen before include "Meaningless ceremonies and flattery" , "Load of rot" , "Meaningless pomp" , "Dish of eggs and sugar" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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