SAFE MINIMUM INTERNAL
TEMPERATURE CHART
Safe steps in food handling, cooking, and storage are essential in preventing food-
borne illness. You can't see, smell, or taste harmful bacteria that may cause illness.
In every step of food preparation, follow the four guidelines to keep food safe:
• Clean – Wash hands and surfaces often.
• Separate – Separate raw meat from other foods.
• Cook – Cook to the right temperature.
• Chill – Refrigerate food promptly.
Cook all food to these minimum internal temperatures as measured with a food
thermometer before removing food from the heat source. For reasons of personal
preference, consumers may choose to cook food to higher temperatures.
Product
Beef, Pork, Veal & Lamb
Steaks, chops, roasts
Ground meats
Ham, fresh or smoked (uncooked)
Product
All Poultry (breasts, whole bird, legs, thighs, and
wings, ground poultry, and stuffing)
Eggs
Fish & Shellfish
Leftovers
Casseroles
Minimum Internal Temperature & Rest Time
60 °C (140 °F) and allow to rest for at least 3 minutes
70 °C (160 °F)
60 °C (140 °F) and allow to rest for at least 3 minutes
Minimum Internal Temperature
70 °C (160 °F)
70 °C (160 °F)
60 °C (140 °F)
70 °C (160 °F)
70 °C (160 °F)
Safe minimum internal temperature chart
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