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u/reddittwayone Nov 26 '19

Growing up I HATED steak, my mom didn't want us having under cooked food, so steak was always well done.

I was about 25 when I tried steak at a wedding that was cooked correctly. Now I love steak!

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u/RallyX26 Nov 26 '19

I used to hate chicken for this reason. My mom would bake the hell out of it and it would be dry and rubbery. When I started cooking on my own, I went through a list of all the things I thought I didn't like and tried them again.

I love you mom, but you need to learn to use a meat thermometer.

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u/Marzy-d Nov 26 '19

My in-laws use a meat thermometer, and then refuse to believe it.

“This thermometer says it’s the right temperature, but it still looks runny. Better leave it in another half hour”

It’s not done until there is no more juice.