French fries

By Simon Cotton2010-11-01T00:00:00

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Simon Cotton takes a look at those compounds that find themselves in the news or relate to our everyday lives.

Why do they taste so good? Why do McDonald's fries taste different? And just why are they called "French fries" anyway?

Simon Cotton explores french fries.

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