Whether you're cooking chicken, beef, pork, or lamb, getting meat to the right internal temperature is vital.

Paige Grandjean is a food editor, recipe developer, and food stylist with over seven years of experience in food media. Her work has appeared in more than 15 nationally distributed publications, award ...

A meat thermometer is the most accurate way to measure whether a steak is done. The target temperature can range from 125 to 155 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on your desired doneness. Chefs generally ...

We ran side-by-side cooks—fridge-cold versus counter-rested—on steaks, pork, and chicken to see if a “room temp” sit changes browning, timing, or juiciness. Conventional wisdom says you should "temper ...

Slow-braising, marinating, and cutting across the grain are quick ways to ensure meat ends up more tender, but leaving it out at room temperature before cooking can also yield a more desirable, ...

Summer holidays, and most other days, are great times to cook and enjoy Virginia-grown foods outdoors—safely, with attention to meat temperatures, while grilling. “It’s important for food to be cooked ...

If you’re ordering beef at a restaurant, you can expect the question: “How would you like that cooked?” Maybe you’re the type who wants a bloody steak. Maybe you prefer a burger that could have been a ...