Here's Where to Put a Thermometer in a Turkey

Here's Where to Put a Thermometer in a Turkey

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A good meat thermometer is the best way to safely enjoy a juicy turkey on Thanksgiving Day if you use it correctly.

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How to Insert a Meat Thermometer into a Turkey

Simple Recipes / Emma Christensen and Elizabeth Stark

Every kitchen should have a reliable meat thermometer especially at Thanksgiving. The only thing that separates a juicy delicious turkey from a dry disappointing mess is a few degrees. But more importantly cooking your meat to a safe temperature prevents dangerous foodborne illness. Here's how to properly check your turkey's temperature this holiday.

An instant-read thermometer is exactly what it sounds like: a thermometer that measures temperatures instantly. Most instant-read thermometers have a handle that displays the temperature and a stainless steel probe that is inserted into food.