We’ve ranted and raved for years about the benefits of an instant-read thermometer and how using one can help you be a more confident home cook. It’s useful for baked goods, deep frying ...

A digital meat thermometer is about as far from an old-fashioned mercury thermometer as you can get. There are two dominant technologies on the market, and neither measures the actual temperature.

A digital instant-read thermometer gives you an (almost) instant readout, and it's easy to use. We love the Thermopop from Thermoworks, or, for an even faster read-out, the pricier Thermapen).

Whether you use it to tell when a roast is done or to make sure the frying oil heats to just the right temperature, a dial (instant-read) or digital thermometer eliminates part of the guesswork ...

This week, common post-holiday-cooking-frenzy questions: Where do I place a meat thermometer in my turkey? And how do I use a meat thermometer? Use a meat thermometer to test cooked food for ...

So go digital. Here’s a glimpse at several top picks. Instant-read digital thermometers. Simple and straightforward to use, instructions weren’t needed for most since all you do is turn them on.

With a digital thermometer, be sure to pay attention to the display. Features to look for include a display with a larger readout, and also one that lights up, which can be ideal for taking a ...

To clean a digital thermometer you can wash the tip that was inside your mouth for 20 seconds using soap and water. Try not to get the screen wet as you may risk ruining the thermometer.