Checking Internal Temperature

In my recipes, I often recommend a specific internal temperature to gauge doneness. At first, you might be tempted to overlook this information, but I assure you it is important to making delicious, properly cooked foods. For those who like medium-rare steaks versus medium steaks, you do not need to rely on luck to get your steaks done right. For those who tend to overcook chicken to be on the “safe side,” there is a proper internal temperature that allows you to know when it is safe to consume—and not burned or dry.