Cook's Science

Striking Oil

Oil can do a lot more for food than just make it hot and crispy.

A dip into the complex science behind our food preferences.

“Gastrophysics” explains how each of us lives in a slightly different taste world.

Crispy at the edges. Chewy in the center. Bursting with toffee-like toasted coconut flavor.

Replace cream with extra-virgin olive oil for a rich, fruity, peppery treat.

Infuse your oil (and weeknight dinner plans) with flavor.

Give melty nacho cheese a spicy kick.