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History or Myth? The Story of King Alfred and His Cakes
In the realm of history, the line between fact and myth can often blur, leading to captivating tales that provoke both intrigue and skepticism. One such story revolves around the legendary King Alfred of Wessex, famously intertwined with the kitchen mishap involving burnt cakes. As Netflix releases its fourth season of The Last Kingdom, this tale finds a timely spotlight, serving as the inspiration behind today's culinary creation: Anglo-Saxon oat cakes.