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The Science of J. Kenji López-Alt's Roasted Potato Recipe

Season 5 Episode 87 | 10m 21s

Making delicious roasted potatoes is all about finding the right texture and consistency. Here at Reactions, we were inspired to give it a go after seeing J. Kenji Lopez-Alt’s delicious recipe on Serious Eats. So, we’ll use chemistry (are you surprised?!) to create the roasted potatoes of your dreams. Get ready to wow your family and friends this holiday season.

Aired: 11/21/19
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