At what temperature is meat classified as Medium Well cooked?

Meat classified as Medium Well cooked is characterized by having a slight amount of pink in the center. This level of doneness typically reaches an internal temperature of about 150-160°F (65-71°C). At this stage, the meat is mostly cooked through, and while the pink is minimal, it still remains slightly visible, making it tender and retaining some of its juiciness.

The other temperature categorizations do not accurately represent Medium Well. A temperature with a hot pink center indicates a Medium doneness. No pink would classify the meat as Well Done, while a warm red center suggests a Medium Rare doneness, which is too low for Medium Well classification. Understanding these distinctions helps in mastering cooking techniques and achieving desired levels of doneness for meat dishes.