Below are some websites I've found to help "the rest of us" (non-chefs) try to learn about the basics of the science of culinary arts!
More Recipes! I've found http://www.101cookbooks.com/ to have a lot of followers- and a lot of ideas on good, healthy recipes.
Online Cooking - with videos (shared by Cybob - on Reluctant Gourmet Website - FYI - I didn't cheat - I didn't watch the videos!)
http://rouxbe.com/
Stocks and Sauces
- Difference between stock and broth.
How to - Basics to Advanced: Chef Classes .
- This also has a great section on wine and drinks, paring, and even a section on food science! Very cool stuff...