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How to know when a burger is cooked

Reviewed 2/11/2026

Source

• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. "A Short Guide to Food Thermometers." https://www.eatright.org/food/home-food-safety/safe-cooking-and-prep/a-short-guide-to-food-thermometers.
• U.S. Department of Agriculture. "Food Thermometers." https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-safety-basics/food-thermometers.
• U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. "Cook to a Safe Minimum Internal Temperature." https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/safe-minimum-internal-temperatures.