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It's a belief that's been so widely spread over the years that it's likely you have heard it too: burnt food can cause cancer ...

A slice of toast with burnt edges, smeared with jam. Charred vegetables from the grill. Burnt-to-a-crisp marshmallows smooshed between graham crackers along with a square of dark chocolate. Burnt food ...

Burnt food usually gets a bad reputation, but a little char can be the difference between bland and unforgettable. That crispy, dark edge unlocks deeper flavor through caramelization and smoke and for ...