November 2026 · resilience · free local tool
Plan the Thermometer Check Before a Holiday Meal
An oven timer cannot prove that the center of every dish reached its required temperature.
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FoodSafety.gov calls for a thermometer and distinguishes poultry, ground meats, whole cuts, and rest times.
- FoodSafety.gov — Cook to a Safe Minimum Internal Temperature
Use a food thermometer. Poultry, casseroles, and leftovers need 165°F. Whole cuts of beef and pork need 145°F plus a three-minute rest; ground meat generally needs 160°F, while ground poultry needs 165°F. This worksheet does not measure food.
Publication/effective date: Reviewed 2024-11-21. Checked 2026-11-01.