COOKED FOOD TEMPERATURE CHART
Check internal temperature, using an instant read thermometer.
Beef
The USDA recommends cooking all ground beef to at least
Medium (160°F) doneness, or until center is no longer pink.
Pork
Always grill using an instant read thermometer until the internal
temperature reaches 160°F when tested.
Poultry
Boneless poultry breast should be cooked to an internal temperature
of 170°F.
Ground poultry should be cooked to an internal temperature of
165-170°F.
(The Cuisinart
™
Grill & Griddle is not recommended for cooking bone-in poultry.)
Seafood
Fin Fish – Cook until opaque and easily flaked with a fork.
Scallops – Cook until opaque and firm.
Shrimp
– Cook until shrimp turn orange/red and flesh is
pearly opaque.
Bacon
Cook bacon until crispy to taste.
Hot Dogs/Smoked Sausages
Although they are “precooked”, we recommend cooking hot dogs and
smoked sausages until the internal temperature is 165°F when tested
with an instant read thermometer.
Tips & Hints for Using the
Cuisinart
™
Grill & Griddle
• Trim excess fats from meat before grilling/griddling.
• Do not press down on meats, poultry or seafood when
grilling/griddling – this will press out the juices, which keep the
texture of the meat moist and tender.
• To create a “diamond” pattern on meats and fish when grilling, brush
or pat item lightly with olive oil. Cook on the first side without turning,
for 2 to 3 minutes. Then rotate 45 degrees (a quarter turn) and cook
for 2 to 3 minutes longer or until that side is done. Repeat the
procedure for the second side.
• Firm fleshed fish can be cooked directly on either the Grill or Griddle
surface. Smaller items such as shrimp or scallops can be skewered
if desired (if using wooden skewers, soak first to prevent burning).
• For the best burgers, handle the meat as little as possible. Press
5 to 6 ounces lean ground meat into 4-inch rounds – a large round
cookie cutter makes a good template. Grill, then season with salt
and pepper to taste.
• The Grill can be used to grill foods other than meats. Grilled Garlic
Bread or “Texas” Toast can be made by brushing melted butter
seasoned with garlic and herbs on thickly sliced artisan breads, then
grilling until golden brown. Vegetables can be grilled as an entrée or
side dish, and fruits can be grilled for desserts. Firm tofu can also be
marinated and grilled.
• The Griddle is the perfect appliance for preparing Grilled Cheese
Sandwiches for a group. Using 2 slices per sandwich of your favorite
bread, lightly brush one side of each slice with melted butter or olive
oil, add your favorite fillings, and “Grill” on the Griddle side,
preheated to Medium High. Turn when toasty, crisp and deep
golden, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
5
Rare
Bright red center, lighter pink to outside
140°F
Medium
Light pink center, brown to outside
160°F
Well-done
Brown consistently throughout
170°F+
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