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TIL The classic dessert Creme Brulee is at least 700 years old with the first mention in a 14th century cook book. The recipe included a custard cream, over which sugar was poured and burnt with a hot iron rod. It was called Crema Catalan and is nearly identical to the modern Creme Brulee.

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