No More Guesswork - Always Use a thermometer to Verify Temperature

Temperature	Type of Food
180°	Whole Poultry
170°	Poultry Breast, Well-Done Meats
165°	Stuffing, Ground Poultry, Reheat Leftovers
160°	Meats-Medium, Raw Eggs, Egg Dishes, Pork and Ground Meats
145°	Medium-Rare Beef Steaks, Roasts, Veal, Lamb
140°	Hold Hot Foods
Danger Zone	Between 40° and 140°
40°	Refrigerator Temperatures
0°	Freezer Temperatures

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The Food and Drug Protection Division conducts routine inspections of grocery stores, food manufacturers, and warehouses to ensure a safe food supply for the citizines of North Carolina.

Steve Troxler, Commissioner

No More Guesswork - Always Use a thermometer to Verify Temperature

Temperature

Type of Food