One of those tools I previously mentioned not being able to live without has always, always been a thermometer. I can honestly say by just touching and looking at a steak, how it is cooked and even what temperature it is at (or any other meat for that matter). It is just something you learn after spending so much time in a kitchen and at a grill.
However, that doesn't mean I prefer to make my educated guess and especially when my cooking reputation is on the line. With how frequently I cook for family and friends, I don't want to take chances on anyone's health. The Precision Elite Thermocouple Food Thermometer has a 1.5mm folding step down probe which instantly reads the temperature (ranging from -40 to 572 degrees Fahrenheit).
Not only does it measure the temperature in 3 seconds or less but the step down probe helps reduce the puncture mark size in the food. This one is so much easier to use than the two I previously had. I always had trouble temping on the grill because of how short they were or how long it would take to read properly. This even comes with a anti-microbial nylon case so I can carry it wherever I want easily. Regardless of where I am, you will find me using my new thermometer to be sure my meat has been cooked to temperature.
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Available to purchase/Cost: $39.95 EatSmart Precision Elite Thermocouple Food Thermometer w/ Backlit Display and InstaRead Technology
Recommendation: This is a great purchase at this price for something so nice and definitely a company worth checking out other products from as they are high quality (compared to what I've seen elsewhere). This would make a great gift for the kitchen chef or even someone with less experience to have around the home.
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I check things like chicken often to make sure it is cooked thoroughly and the one I do own does have the temps on it for poultry. etc. It is not as nice or definitely not as quick as this
ReplyDeleteIt depends upon the item and if I temp them.
ReplyDeleteI do currently temp them when called for.
I only use a thermometer for thicker meats like roasts and whole chickens, then go by the temp ranges on the thermometer.
ReplyDeleteNo, I do not currently check my temp of foods at home. I'm not sure of the exact temps of the meats either. I just do my best at guessing it is done.
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ReplyDeleteI use a meat thermometer.
ReplyDeleteI have tested in my old freezer in the past, but not now.
ReplyDeleteI do know the temp ranges and I temp everything. I'm very obsessive about it.
ReplyDeleteI do use a temp to test my food's doneness. I have a sheet on the fridge that says what the right temps are.
ReplyDeleteI don't cook, but my husband always used a thermometer. Our last one broke, so we're looking for a new one. He checks temp especially on steaks.
ReplyDeleteI usually only temp roasts and other large meats but recently my thermometer stopped working. It listed all the safe temperatures right on it.
ReplyDeleteI do not temp the foods at home and would love to be able to. I'm afraid I over cook some foods because of the fear dishes
ReplyDeleteof making me or someone sick from under cooked
I have a pretty good idea of safe temperature food ranges, and I currently temp my food.
ReplyDeleteI do check our meats like chicken and beef to make sure core temperature has reached the safe range.
ReplyDeleteI only use a meat thermometer when I am making a big turkey.
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ReplyDeleteI do use a temperature on chicken but wish I had a better way to test it.
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I don't currently temp my food products at home.
ReplyDeleteI do use a thermometer to temp meats, I have a general idea of safe ranges.
ReplyDeleteI don't test my food temps. I'd love to have a thermometer so that I could be sure that my food is cooked safely.
ReplyDeleteI do not currently take the temp of my foods, but my mom always tests the temp of roasted meats. I don't know the safe temps of cooked meats, but I have an old meat thermometer that I can look at if I need to know.
ReplyDeleteNo, I currently don't temp my food
ReplyDeleteMy hubby does this all the time, as he also does all the cooking.
ReplyDeleteNo i never check the temperature of the meats that I cook. I do not have any idea what the right temperatures are
ReplyDeleteNo, I don't currently temp my food at home nor do I know the safe temps to use.
ReplyDeleteI check the temp of some things, like a turkey or pork roast. I don't have the temps memorized but the safe temp is found easily. Most of the time I don't check.
ReplyDeleteI'm aware of the appropriate temps for different types of meat but don't currently have a thermometer. We used to have a cheap one that finally got thrown out. Now I have to cut into my meat to see if it is done because I haven't mastered the feel test yet
ReplyDeleteI do know the safe temps of meats. I sometimes temp them if it is something that I do not usually make!
ReplyDeleteNo I dont, I know I should but I have never used a temp.
ReplyDeleteMy Honey/Hubby has been in the restaurant business (unofficially) since he was like 8 years old and he knows everything there is to know about food safety and temperatures (almost to a fault!) He's also been cooking long enough to have a very good sense of touch and FEEL when meats and poultry are done ~ but I don't and we'd both appreciate a great thermometer like this one! (I did buy an inexpensive one a few years ago but it broke and never worked well anyway ~ and the old fashion one is slow,hard to read and has to be recalibrated all the time! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteJesselyn A/Jesstinger
I do not currently temp my food products at home.I also do not know what the safe ranges are for each meat to be cooked.
ReplyDeleteI've worked in the food industry, so I know the safe temps for different meats. I have a cheap dial thermometer that I use at home. A nice digital one like this would be great and much easier to use!
ReplyDeleteOnly check a chicken and turkey for temp. Not really sure other than juices run clear in chicken to be done.
ReplyDeleteNo, I have never owned a food thermometer before. I am not sure of the safe temperature ranges.
ReplyDeleteI really just guess. I'm assuming I've been doing ok because no one has ever gotten sick from my cooking but I really wish I had a thermometer!
ReplyDeleteI never even heard about any of the until now.. No I don't temp but I think I would like to start.
ReplyDeleteBrittney House BBrittBrat1398@yahoo.com
We use a meat thermometer, it is not digital though. It has little notches for different types of meat so you know when each type gets to the correct temp. I think a digital one would be much more accurate though
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I don't but know I should. But I am familiar with safe temps.
ReplyDeleteyes, we temp all our meats when we are grilling.
ReplyDeleteI don't temp my foods because I'm a vegetarian and pretty much everything I eat can be eaten raw.
ReplyDeleteI don't really check the temps but know about them.
ReplyDeleteI currently do not temp meats however after working in the food industry for several years, I do know correct temps for different meats.
ReplyDeletewe take temps with meat, 165 and wonder if it should be higher - regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com
ReplyDeletei do not check the temp of my meats; but yes i know the correct temps.
ReplyDeleteWe don't test now and I don't really know the temperatures.
ReplyDeleteI use a meat themometer for cooking keep family safe
ReplyDeleteWe always temp when we're grilling or smoking - our thermometer is marked with temperature ranges to avoid the guesswork!
ReplyDeleteSadly, I do not. No.
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I do not temp my food but my husband is a cook and he does when he cooks meals for us.
ReplyDeleteI temp some things, but should check them all.
ReplyDeleteNo I have never temped our food but I probably should to be safe. I do not know the ranges for foods.
ReplyDeleteI don't currently use a thermometer for cooking and I really have no idea for what they are supposed to be. I just test by cutting open and checking, but I really should invest in a good thermometer and know for sure.
ReplyDeleteuse a thermometer for thicker meats
ReplyDeleteI dont currently but yes I know the right temp for most food.
ReplyDeleteI love to cook.... this is for myself and other's. But I mainly enjoy cooking desserts like Baklava.
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I do not currently temp my food and I don't know what the safe temps are but I learned a lot from reading your review. Thank you for the generous review and giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway…we are using an old kitchen thermometer that is not very accurate; generally know the safe food temps !
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