How Do You Insert A Meat Thermometer?
When you cook or roast meats, using a meat thermometer is an effective way to ensure meats reach a minimum internal temperature for food safety. Different meats require cooking to different temperatures to be considered done. A meat thermometer may be a dial (analog) or digital style. Some thermometers stay in the meats while they cook but others are inserted only when you wish to check internal meat temperatures. Using a meat thermometer properly helps you prepare meat to perfection and avoid illness. Wash the probe of the thermometer thoroughly using dishwashing detergent. Rinse the probe well with warm water. Take care as you wash the probe that you do not immerse any other portion of the thermometer in water if your thermometer is not water-resistant. Begin cooking the meat according to your recipe. Allow the cooking time to elapse until approximately 30 to 45 minutes before the cooking time will end. Insert the probe of the thermometer into the thickest area of the meat. Avoid pla
