Safe Burger Handling Tips
from Family Features- To prevent cross-contamination, keep raw and cooked meat separate, using separate cooking utensils and plates.
- Always wash hands, utensils, cutting boards and counters that contact raw meat.
- Cook all burgers until the internal temperature reaches 160°F, as measured with a kitchen thermometer.
- Use a thermometer to take the guesswork out of cooking ground beef. Insert a kitchen thermometer sideways into the center of the burger to ensure the correct internal temperature.
