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HELP?! Alton Brown Turkey Temperature
I can't find it right now, but I read that in recent years, it was discovered that most harmful bacteria can't survive above 160 degrees. I believe Alton originally added one degree (probably for liability), and advised people to cook until 161 degrees, which should meet the minimum requirements to render most bacteria harmless.
I'll be pulling my turkey out around 150 degrees, and then letting it rest. It will likely rest for > 90 minutes, which should bring the temperature up to the mid 160's.
on Nov 26, 2009
