Meat Temperature Guide

Blue Rhino Grilling Temperature Guide

Blue Rhino Degrees of Doneness:
Beef/Veal, Pork/Ham, Lamb, Fish/Shellfish

• Rest beef, pork, veal, lamb, and ham at least 3 minutes before slicing and serving.
• Wash hands and surfaces often.
• Keep raw meat separate from other foods. • Refrigerate food promptly.
• Use a food thermometer to ensure food is cooked properly. Don’t rely on the grill’s built-in thermometer, thumb tests, the color of juices, or other methods to test doneness.
• Always use a meat thermometer to verify doneness.

Source: United States Department of Agriculture, Food Safety & Inspection Service, www.fsis.usda.gov.