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Old 07-19-2007, 02:45 PM   #34
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steak

http://www.hormel.com/templates/know...emid=20&id=390

Because of the increased concern with harmful bacteria that may be present in beef, medium-rare (145ºF on a meat thermometer, using updated guidelines) is the minimum degree of doneness that is recommended. [BOO]

http://txbeef.org/cooking_methods.php3

Others report rare steak is safe to eat:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/3743657.stm

Eating rare steak will not cause food poisoning if kitchen utensils used to cook it are kept clean, it is claimed.

http://www.lewrockwell.com/orig6/masterjohn2.html

Red meat has been maligned for decades as an artery-clogging source of cholesterol and saturated fat. Yet a rare-cooked slab of quality red meat may just be your best defense against heart disease.

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