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Ground beef must be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit (71 degrees Celsius). Using a digital or dial food thermometer is crucial, the U.S. Department of Agriculture says, because research results indicate that some ground meat may prematurely brown before a safe internal temperature has been reached. On the other hand, research findings also show that some ground meat patties cooked to 160° F or above may remain pink inside for a number of reasons; thus the color of meat alone is not considered a reliable indicator of ground beef safety. If eating out, order your ground beef to be cooked well-done. Temperatures for other foods to reach to be safe include:
Seafood should be thoroughly cooked to an internal temperature of at least 145° F (63° C). Fish that's ground or flaked, such as a fish cake, should be cooked to at least 155° F (68° C), and stuffed fish to at least 165° F (74° C).
If you don't have a meat thermometer, there are other ways to determine whether seafood is done:
When using the microwave, rotate the dish several times to ensure even cooking. Follow recommended standing times. After the standing time is completed, check the seafood in several spots with a meat thermometer to be sure the product has reached the proper temperature.
(Compiled from the FDA Consumer - latest revision, July 2002)
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