Has this summer been as grill-heavy for you as it has been for us? I personally have taken every chance I could to cook on the delicious grill rather than heating my kitchen to unlivable temperatures. But in all of the hubbub surrounding National Grilling Month, surely you have … [Read more...]
Thermal Tips: Salt-Crusted Cornish Game Hen
Cornish game hens are small enough for a single serving, and salt-roasting infuses them with flavor and keeps them incredibly moist. They cook so quickly, it'll be easy to fit them into your New Year's Eve party planning. Keep reading for the temperature tips you'll need so you … [Read more...]
Thermal Tips: Crown Pork Roast
Are you looking for an impressive centerpiece for a holiday dinner? A perfectly cooked crown pork roast is the show-stopper you're looking for. Even if you've never attempted a roast like this before, we have the thermal tips you need to ensure yours is a tender, juicy … [Read more...]
Proper Probe Placement in Your Turkey
Thanksgiving is a holiday that's all about food, and your turkey is what takes center stage. This post is the first in a series of five essential thermal principles you need to know to make this year's Thanksgiving turkey the best yet! Keep an eye out for each new … [Read more...]
White Meat vs. Dark Meat Turkey Cooking Methods
One of the most challenging aspects of cooking a whole turkey is that there are two distinct types of meat that need to be cooked to different doneness temperatures—and all the meat is supposed to be ready at the same time! We have the thermal tips you need to ensure your … [Read more...]
Verifying Pull Temperatures in Your Turkey
When your alarm thermometer's high alarm sounds, the breast meat is done and the turkey is ready to be pulled from the oven, right? Wrong. There's still one more step. It's important to verify that the lowest temperature in the turkey really has reached its target. Keep reading … [Read more...]
Turkey 911: How to Cook a Frozen Turkey
If you find yourself with a frozen turkey on Thanksgiving morning, relax. You can still have a beautiful, flavorful, juicy bird for your holiday feast...really! We have the time and temperature tips you need for a picture-perfect turkey direct from frozen when you're in a … [Read more...]
Grilled Tenderloin in a Salt Crust
Labor Day traditionally marks the end of summer, and a bittersweet farewell to grilling season. This grilling project is sure to give the season a mighty send-off and delight the family and friends. A Show-Stopper Not only is grilling in a salt crust a delicious way to … [Read more...]
Thermal Tips: Searing Meat
Regardless of whether you're cooking beef, pork, or chicken, many recipes require measures to create a beautiful brown crust on the exterior. The crisp, salty outer edge pieces are so delicious, and the favorite part of the meat for some. How exactly is the crust developed, and … [Read more...]
Thermal Tips: Simple Roasted Chicken—Cooking Chicken to the Correct Temperature
What Temperature to Cook Chicken To? The FDA Food Code recommends cooking chicken to 165°F (74°C). But the pasteurization of chicken is actually a function of both temperature and time. If you can hold your chicken at 145°F (63°C) for 8.5 minutes, you can achieve the same … [Read more...]