Did you know that adding salt to water doesn't significantly speed up boiling? It's a common myth! In reality, while salt does raise the boiling point, the amount typically added to cooking water is not enough to make a noticeable difference in the time it takes to boil. However, salt is crucial for flavor. It enhances the taste of pasta, vegetables, and other boiled foods - not to mention its role in strengthening gluten structure in bread baking, crucial for that perfect chewy texture. Share your own culinary myth-busting facts or kitchen revelations!