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Open Wide: 3D-Printed Foods Made to Eat: Photos
By Alyssa Danigelis published
Impressive edibles that emerged from 3-D printers.
![a traditional Thanksgiving meal including turkey, pumpkin pie and mashed potatoes](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DC4aGpzdhXoyG9xjNzfFgE-320-80.jpg)
How Science Can Help You Cook a Better Thanksgiving Feast
By Denise Chow published
Preparing a Thanksgiving feast can seem like a daunting task, but understanding a bit about the science behind the cooking may cut down some of the stress in the kitchen this holiday season.
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Calories Count Only When Accurately Counted
By Joel N. Shurkin published
Two studies suggest that calorie counts may be misleading.
![basket of eggs](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CaopYyMhKTypj8CoxgfWgX-320-80.jpg)
The Hard-Boiled Truth About Cooking the Perfect Egg
By Tanya Lewis published
A food scientist and chef explains the science of cooking the perfect egg.
![Hydroponic Plants](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RiyATfsuMdGxVECBNmyXKH-320-80.jpg)
Science You Can Eat: 10 Things You Didn't Know About Food
By Clara Moskowitz published
A new museum exhibition takes the lid off food, revealing many strange and surprising facts.
![Vin Jaune ("yellow wine") of Jura, France and Franche Comté cheese.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mBhiX9EzwSgqqnozGpzuGZ-320-80.jpg)
The Real Reason Wine Goes with Cheese Revealed
By Natalie Wolchover published
Scientists have discovered why the world's most famous food pairings, from wine and cheese to meat sandwiches and a pickle, combine an astringent food with a fatty food.
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How Sour Tastes Sweet: Science of 'Flavor-Tripping' Fruit Revealed
By Jennifer Welsh published
Biting into a lemon has never tasted as sweet as when you first nosh on the bland-tasting "miracle fruit," which turns sour into sweet.
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Grill Science: How to Make This July 4th The Tastiest Ever
By Stephanie Pappas published
Scientific tips (and a recipe) for a great Independence Day.
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