Overcooking: The Art of Ruining a Good Thing

Technique 5: The "I'll-just-leave-it-on-the-burner-for-an-extra-10-minutes-and-see-what-happens" Method

Also known as "The Nuclear Option," this technique involves setting your dish to burn to a charred, blackened, and slightly smoking ruin. Perfect for when you're feeling extra lazy or want to see if your dinner really does have the ability to spontaneously combust.