Temperatures to Safely Cook Meat
Do you know what temperature is safe for cooking your favourite meat on the BBQ at the cottage?
Meat is a big part of the cottage meal plan and cooking it properly will help ensure the dinner is a huge success.
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Temperature guide for cooking meat at the cottage
What are the recommended safe cooking temperatures for beef, chicken and pork?
Each class of food has a recommended temperature to ensure the meat is properly cooked. Check out the following chart to help you become a master cabin chef.
| Beef, veal and lamb (pieces and whole cuts) | |
|---|---|
| Medium-rare | 63°C (145°F) |
| Medium | 71°C (160°F) |
| Well-done | 77°C (170°F) |
| Pork | |
| Pieces and whole cuts | 71°C (160°F) |
| Poultry (e.g. chicken, turkey, duck) | |
| Pieces | 74°C (165°F) |
| Whole | 85°C (185°F) |
| Ground meat and meat mixtures (burgers, sausages, casseroles) | |
| Beef, veal, lamb and pork | 71°C (160°F) |
| Poultry | 74°C (165°F) |
| Others | |
| Egg dishes | 74°C (165°F) |
| Hot dogs, stuffing, leftovers | 74°C (165°F) |
Source: Health Canada
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See our Tips to Prevent Food Poisoning page for additional helpful advice on how to ensure everyone has a happy meal at the cottage this summer.
