A meat thermometer is a very important tool that allows you to test the doneness of meats you are cooking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The USDA recommends using a food thermometer to make certain that meats have reached a safe internal temperature. Cooking food to the proper internal temperature reduces the risk of food borne bacteria and the danger of getting sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, that is not even the best reason to start using a meat thermometer. This is the best part…your meat will taste better if you use one. That's right, juicier, tastier meat! Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Have you ever excitedly started preparing a recipe with chicken or fish only to end up with overcooked, dry meat?<\/strong> A food thermometer can help you avoid overcooking your meat<\/em>! If you want tender, juicy, and flavorful dishes it is highly important that you measure the internal temperature of your dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The thermometer I'm using for this post is pretty basic. Recently, I bought a new one which I'll link here (Amazon Affiliate link) but you can use any meat thermometer you like, as long as it's calibrated and works well, you're good to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n