Kitchen Myths Facts and Fiction About Food and Cooking

The world of food and cooking is full of falsehoods—things that are commonly believed to be true, but in fact are not. These kitchen myths may come from a TV chef, a cookbook author, or your mom, and many people find it hard to give up long-held beliefs. The author, a retired medical school professor, punctures and deflates dozens of myths, always with an emphasis on sound scientific principles and credible evidence. Illustrated throughout with the author's own photographs, this book is an enjoyable read and will surely improve your culinary skills and knowledge.