Here’s a useful tool for home cooks who want to make sure their pork is cooked to perfection.
Presenting: Roast Pork Cooking Time Calculator
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The different cuts have pork different cooking timesso having a calculator that takes into account the weight of the piece and gives a recommended cooking time can be very helpful.
It’s important to note that these are recommendations only and actual cooking time may vary depending on factors such as oven temperature and the thickness of the cut.
It’s always a good idea to use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork.
Tips for cooking pork
Cooking pork is a delicate dance between time, temperature and flavor. My tips:
- “Know your cuts!” Don’t just toss any old piece of pork in the oven and hope for the best. Different cuts have different cooking needs, so make sure you know what you’re working with.
- “Season with confidence.” Pork can be a boring meat, but a good dose of salt, pepper, and herbs bring out the flavors and make it sing.
- “Respect the temperature.” Cooking pork at too high a temperature dries it out, but too low and you risk undercooking it. Familiarize yourself with your oven and use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F for fully cooked pork.
- “Don’t be afraid of fat.” Pork can be a fatty meat, but that fat gives it flavor and moisture. Trim off excess, but don’t go overboard.
- “Hush, hush, hush.” Like any good performer, Pork takes a moment to catch his breath. When it’s done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This ensures all the juices stay in the meat and you get a succulent, juicy cut every time.
Cooking is an art and practice makes perfect. So don’t be afraid to go into the kitchen and experiment!
