"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While it may not be the sexiest tool in your culinary drawer, the meat thermometer is an important one.

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 ...

This scenario might sound familiar. You’ve spent time in the kitchen cooking a wonderful meal. You plate everything up, but when you sit down and cut into your piece of meat it’s totally overcooked — ...

Imagine this: You’re juggling a family dinner, kids’ homework, and a phone call from work, all while trying to grill the perfect steak. The last thing you need is to babysit your meat, poking it every ...

The best way to know when your turkey is done is by sticking a meat thermometer into the space between the thigh and the breast. OKRAD via Getty Images If you judge the doneness of your turkey by ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. This scenario might sound familiar. You’ve spent time in the kitchen ...

Thanksgiving is a day that is known for family, friendship, football, and of course, food. But when preparing the food for Thanksgiving, most importantly the turkey, making sure your turkey is cooked ...