A digital meat thermometer is about as far from an old-fashioned mercury thermometer as you can get. There are two dominant technologies on the market, and neither measures the actual temperature.

With a digital thermometer, be sure to pay attention to the display. Features to look for include a display with a larger readout, and also one that lights up, which can be ideal for taking a ...

Whether you use it to tell when a roast is done or to make sure the frying oil heats to just the right temperature, a dial (instant-read) or digital thermometer eliminates part of the guesswork ...

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Dial thermometers can be read after 20 seconds or once the temperature has stabilized, while digital thermometers take about five seconds to register.

There are several types of kitchen thermometers, here’s how you can use a basic stem thermometer and a digital thermometer: Stem thermometer: To use a classic stem thermometer, begin with ...

So go digital. Here’s a glimpse at several top picks. Instant-read digital thermometers. Simple and straightforward to use, instructions weren’t needed for most since all you do is turn them on.