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Food Safety (Industry) Restaurant (Industry) Food Service Food Safety Test Public Health Public Safety Foodborne Illness Danger Zone Cooking Safety (Food) Food Education Department of Health

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Among all the tools used in food service, the thermometer provides the best indication of food temperature safety. Metal stem or “dial” thermometer: are commonly used in food service. They work well for taking temps in thick foods when used properly. When using a dial thermometer, or similar device, the stem must be pushed several inches into food and left in for at least 20 seconds. Due to depth required for accuracy, it should not be used for thin foods such as hamburger patties. Digital thermometers have digital numbers rather than a dial are easy to read, quick, and better for measuring temperatures in thin foods. Use a food thermometer whenever you prepare hamburgers, poultry, roasts, chops, egg casseroles, meat loaves, and other combination dishes.