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Food Thermometer Use Basics
Check food temps accurately
This guide explains picking and using a food thermometer: placement for meats and reheats, target temperatures for safety, and cleaning between uses.
- food thermometer
- food safety
- cooking temperatures
- kitchen
- meat
Choose the right thermometer
Use an instant-read digital thermometer for most home cooking.
Place correctly
Insert into the thickest part away from bone or pan; check multiple spots for large cuts.
Know target temps
Follow food safety temps (e.g., poultry 165?F/74?C, ground meats 160?F/71?C).
Clean and store
Wash probe with hot soapy water after use and store dry.