Tag: Charred pizza

According to a 2015 review by the European Food Safety Authority, acrylamide, a chemical created when starchy foods are cooked at high temperatures, has been linked to an increased risk of cancer in animal studies. This has led many to question: Is it okay to eat charred pizza?

According to the Food Standards Agency, higher levels of acrylamide are produced in starchy foods like pizza dough when cooked for longer periods or at higher temperatures. But what does this mean for your favorite wood-fired pie? We explore the nuances to determine if and when is charred pizza unhealthy for you.