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Season 1

MinuteFood Season 1

March. 11,2022
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5.5
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MinuteFood serves up the science of what we cook, eat, and drink - all with the goal of unlocking ultimate deliciousness.

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MinuteFood Season 1 Full Episode Guide

Episode 15 - You couldn't do this 50 years ago.
First Aired: December. 15,2022

It’s not your imagination: Brussels sprouts used to suck.

Episode 14 - Which salt is best for cooking?
First Aired: December. 01,2022

Why are there so many different kinds of salt, and does it really matter which one you use?

Episode 13 - Why do some leftovers suck?
First Aired: November. 17,2022

Why do some leftovers get better with age, and others get worse?

Episode 12 - Why turkey is hard to cook
First Aired: November. 03,2022

Here's why cooking a turkey is so hard - and how brining can help.

Episode 11 - Why I eat "expired" food
First Aired: October. 21,2022

Dates on food have basically nothing to do with safety….so how DO you know if something is OK to eat?

Episode 10 - How air fryers REALLY work
First Aired: October. 07,2022

What IS an air fryer - and is it worth the hype?

Episode 9 - You're (probably) using fat wrong
First Aired: September. 15,2022

Fats add flavor to food in all sorts of ways - but they can also backfire.

Episode 8 - Vanilla doesn't need to be so confusing
First Aired: August. 26,2022

What’s with all the different kinds of vanilla - and are the pricey ones worth it?

Episode 7 - How to fry food better
First Aired: August. 01,2022

Want to get super-crispy food at home? Maximize these two crisp-making qualities.

Episode 6 - There are actually three kinds of spicy
First Aired: June. 27,2022

Not all spicy sensations are the same, so what does “spicy” actually mean?

Episode 5 - Simple rules for cast iron care
First Aired: May. 27,2022

Taking good care of your cast iron (or carbon steel!) cookware starts with understanding the chemistry it relies on.

Episode 4 - Why fish spoils so fast
First Aired: April. 29,2022

Why does fish go bad so quickly - and what can you do about it?

Episode 3 - Get MORE from your garlic
First Aired: April. 11,2022

Whether you love OR hate garlic, understanding how it works can help it work better for you.

Episode 2 - Where do the weird flavors in wine come from?
First Aired: March. 15,2022

Have you ever smelled popcorn or cat pee in your wine? Here's why.

Episode 1 - How to NOT overcook your food
First Aired: March. 11,2022

It's possible to overcook your food AFTER you take if off the heat - but science can help you avoid it.

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