Adding melted butter to ground beef makes burgers extra juicy and flavorful. Butter enhances burgers with a caramelized, ...

Where was this lesson in high school chemistry class? One of the most important flavor-producing reactions in cooking is what’s known as the maillard reaction. This is what’s responsible for the ...

From tailgaters to world-class chefs, it’s something that anyone who’s ever cooked, grilled or fried can thank for giving food that extra kick. This week, we’re exploring the “Maillard reaction”. * ...

A chemical process used in the browning of food to give it its distinct smell and taste is probably happening deep in the oceans, where it helped create the conditions necessary for life. Known as the ...

Discover the fascinating science behind the Maillard Reaction, the key to achieving those irresistible golden brown colors and flavors in your favorite foods like steak, French fries, and pizza. This ...

Things that scare me in the kitchen: mandolines, lighting a gas hob with a matchstick, onions, chicken-washing discourse, people who want to help, cooking with or without a timer, post-lasagna washing ...