0
No, because candy and meat thermometers are not capable of measuring ambient temperature, they must have contact with the object whose temperature it is gauging You can purchase an oven thermometer relatively cheaply at many discount retailers or cooking specialty stores.
Wiki User
∙ 15y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoAny other type of cooking thermometer that goes past 300 degrees. Or, if you don't have a thermometer at all, you can use the cold-water test, though this will take some practice to master, see the link below.
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoWell I don't really know what you can substitute it for, but I do highly recommend you go ahead and buy one because meat MUST be cooked THOROUGHLY or else the pathogens and germs in it can cause sickness like food poisoning, worms, etc.
Wiki User
∙ 15y agoNo. A meat thermometer will only measure up to about 200 F. A candy thermometer needs to measure over 300 degrees
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoNo. A meat thermometer will only measure up to about 200 F. A candy thermometer needs to measure over 300 degrees
Wiki User
∙ 16y agoA meat thermometer has a nail like probe that is inserted into the center of the meat, a candy thermometer is inside a glass and has a clip to affix it to the saucepan.
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoYes, but its not recommended.
Wiki User
∙ 13y agono
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
When would you use regular thermometer?
Use a regular thermometer to test your body (or a child's body) for fever. Use a meat thermometer when cooking meat, and an outdoor thermometer to check the weather outside.
What do cooks use to tell when meat is done?
Meat Thermometer
Can you use a meat thermometer for foods other than meat?
Yea, why wouldn't you? It's still a thermometer either way.
How do you use a food thermometer?
Place it in boiling water and it should read around 212ºF. Also, if you have a deep fryer, or crock pot, you can set the temperature, and use oil and heat it to 350ºF and test it that way also.
Where can I order an electronic thermometer for candy online?
You can buy a very nice digital thermometer for use in making candy from Amazon.com. A very nice Maverick digital thermometer is available from Amazon for around $20.
How do you check if the cooking is done?
You would test various foods differently to check for doneness. For instance, you would use a meat thermometer to test meat, a candy thermometer to test candy, a toothpick or the blade of a knife to test a cake, and you would test bread by lightly thumping the outer crust and listening for a hollow sound. There are many ways to check foods to see when they are done.
Do I need a special chocolate thermometer or can I use my regular candy thermometer?
A regular candy thermometer can be used to measure the temperature of chocolate. The truth is you would be better off using a chocolate thermometer because it may be a little more accurate.
How do you measure the temperature of fire?
You can be simple and use a meat thermometer they you use to measure the heat of cooked meat
Can a meat thermometer work in liquid?
Yes you can use a meat thermometer. Just make sure its caliberated right. To do this you either place it a bowl of ice water, and set it to 32F or boil the water and set it to 212F. Meat therms have a skewer like probe used to temp meats, but they are mainly a general use therm. Pro chefs in restaurants use them to temp everything, whether cold or hot. Hope this helps. Candy therms register higher temps, usually starting around 100F, since candy making and sugar reach a higher temps than most meats, or any hot food for that matter.
What can one measure with a Taylor thermometer?
When cooking meat it may be an idea to use a Taylor thermometer to keep checking the temperature of the meat. When the correct temperature is reached the meat should be ready to come out of the oven to cool ready for serving.
Which probe should be use to check the temperature of a pork roast?
Meat thermometer.
Can you use a meat thermometer for lasagna?
absolutely. The thermometer doesn't know what kind of food its being used for. I would suggest getting a food thermometer by Taylor. Good for all dishes and meats
