8 Best Meat Thermometers to Cook Your Feasts Perfectly Every Time
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No one wants to serve guests undercooked meat or dig into an overcooked turkey or steak. In fact, Ree Drummond insists on a reliable thermometer when making her Christmas prime rib recipe, because to her, overcooking it would be "a tragedy of epic proportions." ๐ But in all seriousness, she's right: Whether you're making an oven-roasted chicken, a steak dinner, or burgers for a weeknight meal, using one of the best meat thermometers is the only foolproof way to check a meat's doneness.
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When you're investing in a meat thermometer, you have options: Instant-read thermometers allow you to take a meat's temperature in a few seconds by sticking the probe into your protein, making them great picks for stovetop cooking and weeknight dinners. Probe thermometers stay in your protein while it cooks so you don't have to open the oven doorโideal for roasts and situations where even one second can throw everything off. Deep-frying and candy-making thermometers often come with a clip-on attachment that you can affix onto a pot or kettle. Whichever thermometer you choose, you'll want to look for one with a thin probe to minimize punctures in the meat that can leak out precious juices.
So whether you're grilling, roasting, or frying, remember that a good quality thermometer will be your "best friend," as Ree puts it, to perfectly cooked meals. Read on for the ten best meat thermometers you can buy, then find out how to use them by consulting our handy meat temperature guide and burger temperature guide.
This updated version of the classic Thermapen is worth the extra bucks: It takes reliable readings in one second or less! There's no button to press. Simply flip open and it works immediately. It doesn't hurt that you can choose from tons of bright colors.
ThermoPro TP03 Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer
Despite the low price tag, this instant-read thermometer boasts quite the range: The sensor takes readings in three to five seconds for temperatures from -58 to 572 degrees F. Bonus: The magnetic base makes for easy storage.
This probe thermometer comes with a four-foot silicone cord so you can monitor the temp of your meat without opening the oven door. You can set an alarm to sound when you reach your desired temperature.
This deep-frying thermometer includes a 15-inch stainless steel probe and a clip for hands-free temperature monitoring. Note: This price is for a pack of two.
ThermoPro Wireless Remote Meat Thermometer
This thermometer takes the guesswork out of your ideal temperature: It includes preset temps for nine types of meat and their doneness level. It's ideal for grillingโprobe wires can withstand up to 716 degrees F!
OXO Good Grips Chef's Precision Meat Thermometer
This reliable analog thermometer includes a rapid-responding coil for quick temperature checks, a shaded area on the probe to indicate proper insertion, and large font for easy reading.
Lavatools Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer
An auto-rotating backlit display ensures you'll be able to check on your meat quickly whether you're a rightie or a leftie. Whatever side you're on, it'll give you an accurate temperature read in two to three seconds.
This instant-read thermometer takes accurate readings in three seconds. It's easier to clean since it's waterproof and can take a dip in the sink. And a temperature guide right on the thermometer means you won't have to Google while you cook.
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