First Use
Meat (Internal) Temperature Guide
Ground Products
Hamburger
Beef, veal, lamb, pork
Chicken, turkey
Beef, Veal, Lamb Roasts & Steaks
Medium-rare
Medium
Well-done
Pork Chops, Roast, Ribs
Medium
Well-done
Sausage fresh
Poultry
Chicken, whole & pieces
Duck
Turkey (un-stuffed)
Whole
Breast
Dark meat
Stuffing (cooked separately)
Eggs Fried, poached
Yolk & whites are firm
Casseroles
Sauces
Custards
160°F
160°F
165°F
145°F
160°F
170°F
160°F
170°F
160°F
180°F
180°F
180°F
180°F
170°F
180°F
165°F
160°F
160°F
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