The best cooks possess the unique ability to blend creativity with science to create unique and perfectly prepared dishes. If you're looking to step up your cooking skills this Thanksgiving, let chemistry lead the way.
YouTube chemistry channel Bytesize Science serves up the chemicals behind turkey day dinner in its latest video, "5 Tips for a Better Thanksgiving Through Chemistry."
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Discover why brining turkey in a salt bath ultimately makes for a juicier bird, and learn the secret to retaining the beneficial nutrients from cooking staples like garlic and cinnamon.
Even if you aren't the chef behind this year's Thanksgiving meal, these fun facts are perfect for steering this year's dinner conversation away from your plans for the future.
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