That thermometer you have in the kitchen drawer? The one you use for meat, for candy, for frying, for tempering chocolate, for bread making, for custards and sauces, and heaven-knows-what? It won’t do ...

Whether you use it to tell when a roast is done or to make sure the frying oil heats to just the right temperature, a dial (instant-read) or digital thermometer eliminates part of the guesswork for ...

Forehead thermometers may be less accurate than other thermometers, such as oral or ear thermometers. Wearing headwear beforehand or having sweat on the forehead could affect the reading. Forehead ...

Gauges and thermometers keep an eye on cooking and meat temperatures. That's great, as long as they are accurate. Who's keeping an eye on their accuracy? You should be, says chef Jeff Igel, head of ...

We’ve ranted and raved for years about the benefits of an instant-read thermometer and how using one can help you be a more confident home cook. It’s useful for baked goods, deep frying, custards, ...

You can take a temperature by using digital thermometers. But the most accurate method may differ for children and adults ...

Using an infrared thermometer can help anyone take accurate temperature readings and ultimately cook better food. Infrared (IR) thermometers allow grillers and chefs to check the temperature of their ...