12+ Cookery Catastrophes That Will Have You Doubting Your Chef Dreams
7. Cook Sober at All Times
The Intoxicated Cooking Incident: Burned Pizza Estimated Cost: $10–$20* What transpired was a classic kitchen mishap: a burned pizza, the result of cooking while intoxicated.
Incident Overview: Wise Reminder: Jack Morlen shared a valuable lesson on X (formerly Twitter) back in the summer of 2016: "Reminder to self... Don't cook when intoxicated." This advice rings true for many home cooks.
The Burned Pizza: The image accompanying Jack's post showcased a completely charred pizza, which should typically bake for about twenty minutes. However, due to his inebriated state, Jack lost track of time and ended up with a culinary disaster.
Conclusion This incident serves as a humorous yet cautionary reminder about the perils of cooking while under the influence. While pizza is a beloved dish, attention is key to ensuring it comes out perfectly—rather than as a burnt mess.
