Cooking: Using Thermometers

Think about this... one out of every four hamburgers turns brown in the middle before it has reached a safe internal temperature. Using a food thermometer is the only way to be sure food is cooked safely.

Kitchen Thermometers (USDA)
An illustrated guide to selecting, calibrating, and using thermometers.

Appliance Thermometers (USDA)
Appliance thermometers and microwave probes help you know if the oven or food is the proper temperature.

Thermy™ (USDA)
It’s safe to bite when the temperature is right! Get educational materials for kids, educators, and families.

Is It Done Yet? (USDA)
Download brochures, temperature charts, and more on cooking food to safe temperatures.

Doneness Versus Safety (USDA)
Take the guesswork out of cooking meat, poultry, casseroles, and other dishes.

Using Food Thermometers (USDA)
Learn about the different types of food thermometers and how to use them
Listen to the podcast or read the script (8:03 minutes)

Be Food Safe: Cook – Part 3 (USDA)
Use a food thermometer to ensure that meat, poultry, and eggs reach a safe minimum internal temperature.
Listen to the podcast or read the script (4:19 minutes)