THERMAPEN IS THE ONE FOR COOKING TEMPS.

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When it comes to cooking, temperature is key. It affects the texture, flavor, tenderness, and, of course, safety of the food we eat. Considering the price of ingredients--in particular, meat-getting it right makes a world of difference.

An accurate thermometer is one of our must-haves in the kitchen, and the Thermapen ONE from ThermoWorks is the fastest, most reliable tool we've ever owned. Powered by new advances in thermodynamics, this instant-read thermometer gives results in just one second. Consider how fast that is when your hand is over a hot grill or you're temping a delicate piece of meat or seafood.

Accurate to half a degree, the Thermapen ONE needs to be inserted just 1/8 of an inch to get a dependable reading. There are no buttons to press; it simply turns on when you extend the probe and turns off when you rotate it back against the casing. It has a large, easy-to-read display with a bright, ultra-responsive automated backlight, making it fully visible in both dim lighting and well-lit...