Straight to the Point

To take the temperature of your turkey, you need a thermometer. The very best is the ThermoWorks Thermapen Nano . It’s lightning-fast and incredibly accurate. We also love the ThermoWorks Chef Alarm for tracking the turkey’s temperature as it cooks.

Want to guarantee that your turkey will be tender and juicy? Throw out the timing charts and forget about cooking “until the juices run clear.” Just use a thermometer . It’s the only way to guarantee perfectly cooked meat. For the best results, you want to check the turkey’s temperature in three locations: the deepest part of the breast, the joint between the thigh and the body, and the joint between the drumstick and the thigh.

The video below will show you exactly how to do that.

The Right Way to Take the Temperature of Your Turkey

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