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Learn all about what goes on inside a potato, legumes, grains, and stuffing when they are mixed and cooked. Once you understand the science, you'll make better side dishes.
Rice Science
Learn rice science, learn the science behind what happens inside grains of rice when they are baked, boiled, simmered, cooked in risotto, or steamed so you can get perfect results every time. Learn how to cook perfect rice.
Bean Science
Learn the science behind what happens inside beans and legumes when they are baked, boiled, or simmered so you can get perfect results every time. Bean Science will help you become a better cook because you understand how they cook.
Grain Science
Learn the science behind what happens inside whole grains when they are baked, boiled, simmered, or steamed so you can get perfect results every time. Grain Science will help make you a better cook.
Potato Science
Learn what happens inside a potato when it's baked, roasted, or boiled, along with the different types of potatoes and how to best cook them. Potato Science will help you be a better cook.
Stuffing Science
Learn how to make perfect, moist, fluffy, and tender stuffing and dressings. Stuffing Science teaches you what happens to stuffing when it's made and baked.

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