How do I know if my temperature probe is working?

Table of Contents:

1. How do I know if my temperature probe is working?
2. How do you use a temperature probe?
3. How do you clean a temperature probe?
4. Do you need to clean your food thermometers?

How do I know if my temperature probe is working?

Stick your thermometer into the center of the glass so the tip of the probe is submerged by about two inches. Hold it there for about a minute, making sure it stays in the center, and then check the temperature. It should read 32°F or 0°C, which, of course, is the temperature that water freezes at.

How do you use a temperature probe?

1. Insert the stem of a probe thermometer into the thickest part of the food, or in the centre of the food if the food is even in thickness. ...
2. Wait at least 15 seconds for the reading to steady and then record the reading.

How do you clean a temperature probe?

How To Clean And Sanitize The Thermometer Probe

1. Wash The Thermometer In Warm Water. Washing your thermometer probe wish warm water will remove any residue that may be on the probe, and it'll help start the sanitizing process. ...
2. Sanitize The Thermometer With Alcohol. ...
3. Rinse The Thermometer. ...
4. Air Dry The Thermometer.

Do you need to clean your food thermometers?

To sanitize the thermometer, most home cooks should simply wash it with hot, soapy water. ... It's a good practice to clean your thermometer thoroughly both before you use it for that meal and after you're completely finished.