Cook's Illustrated

Does Poking Meat During Cooking Cause Moisture Loss?

Published January 1, 2012. From Cook's Illustrated.

A widespread belief holds that piercing meat with a fork during cooking should be avoided since it allegedly allows precious juices to escape. We put this theory to the test.

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