Which thermometer? It makes a big difference.

From: Sunset | Date: November 1, 1986 | Copyright information

Which thermometer? It makes a big difference Correct temperature is critical to success in cooking. And whether you're aiming for a medium-rare roast, creamy fudge, or golden doughnuts, a reliable thermometer can help you judge the best conditions for cooking and when the food is done.

Walk into any store that carries cookware and you'll find thermometers of seemingly every description. There are ones for different categories of food, for regular or microwave cooking, f...

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