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Why Does Bacon Smell So Good?
 Youd know the savory smell of bacon anywhererich, smoky, unctuous, and undeniably addictive. But why is bacons aroma so tantalizing? The American Chemical Society recently teamed up with the blog Compound Interest in a new video that breaks down the answer in scientific terms.There are about 150 organic compounds in bacon that contribute to its heady scent, the narrator explains. When you throw bacon into a pan, the sugars react with the amino acids in the bacon. Its called the Maillard reaction, and its basically what causes anything you cook to turn brown. When melting fat comes into the mix, bacons signature bouquet releases into the air (and you, naturally, point your nose in that direction). Video and recipes at link. :-) Posted by: gorb 2014-05-31 |
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