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DESIREE R.
SAY FOOD 101 – D (11:00-12:00 PM)
BIMETAL INSTANT READ
Instant Read bimetallic-coil thermometers
measure temperature in 15 to 20 seconds. They are not designed to remain in food while cooking; use near the end of the estimated cooking time to check for final temperatures.
THERMOCOUPLE
A thermocouple is a device for measuring
temperature. It comprises two dissimilar metallic wires joined together to form a junction. When the junction is heated or cooled, a small voltage is generated in the electrical circuit of the thermocouple which can be measured, and this corresponds to temperature.
BIMETAL – OVEN SAFE
This type of thermometer is familiar to most
consumers. This is the traditional “meat” thermometer designed to be placed in a food before it goes into the oven. It is generally used for large items such as a roast or turkey. This thermometers show the temperature with a dial. DIGITAL
A digital kitchen thermometer is a
technologically advanced and convenient way to monitor food temperature remotely while it cooks. The digital kitchen thermometer connects to your smartphone and facilitates you to monitor your food through an app remotely while it cooks.
INFRARED
An infrared thermometer can help by
allowing you to take the internal temperature of food without having to cut it open. This can be especially helpful when you’re cooking a large pot of soup or stew, which can be difficult to test without taking it off the heat.
OVEN THERMOMETER
An oven thermometer can help you test for
hot spots, and allow you to find out the ideal position to place your food and baking sheets. It can also tell you if you will need to flip and move your food, or rotate your pans mid-baking to ensure even cooking.