The basics of using a meat thermometer are simple: stick it with the pointy end. But getting the correct reading from the right place ensures you get the proper degree of doneness, according to ...

Cooking anything perfectly, but especially meat, can often seem like it requires some alchemical blend of art, science, and magic. There are ways that — with some experience — you can start to get a ...

It's a problem that probably goes back all the way to the Pilgrims: How the heck do you know when your Thanksgiving turkey is done? Getting the right answer is important—undercook it, and you risk ...

When you think of all the money and effort it takes to turn out a perfectly grilled steak, braised pork tenderloin, or a moist, tender turkey, it’s surprising that intuition often trumps a reliable ...