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Grilling burgers is a rite of passage—mastering the art of cooking burgers to the right doneness can mark a new level of cooking confidence.
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
Check for doneness with instant-read thermometer.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
Cook to desired doneness, then allow the steaks to rest for several minutes.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 26 May 2026
When eggs are desired doneness (nearly set), remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
Check for doneness with instant-read thermometer.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
Cook to desired doneness, then allow the steaks to rest for several minutes.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 26 May 2026
When eggs are desired doneness (nearly set), remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
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“Doneness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/doneness. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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doneness
noun
done·ness
ˈdən-nəs 
: the condition of being cooked to the desired degree
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