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Make it 160° for a Safe and Savory Burger

Earn the Coveted Title of "Master Griller"

America’s beef producers have teamed up with top grilling expert Steven Raichlen, best-selling author of more than 28 cookbooks, including the just-published Barbecue Bible! 10th Anniversary Edition and host of PBS’ Barbecue University™ and the new Primal Grill, to serve up ways to have a safe and savory experience this grilling season.

You may already know that your burgers should be cooked to a higher temperature than a steak or roast, but did you know that 160° is the optimal temperature for safe and savory ground beef?

Learn more from grilling expert Steven Raichlen here:
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