Meat Internal Temperature Guide (USDA + Doneness)
Cooking & Kitchen· 5 toolsFree meat temperature reference. Look up the internal temperature for any meat by type and doneness. Shows both the USDA safe minimum (for food safety) and common chef doneness levels (rare → medium → well done) where applicable. Toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
Safe minimum internal temperatures from USDA FSIS, plus chef's doneness ranges for whole-muscle cuts.
Pull meat off the heat 3–5°F below your target — carryover cooking continues inside during a 5–15 minute rest. Always verify with an instant-read probe thermometer in the thickest part, avoiding bone.
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