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Claim Text: But don’t use the clock as your guide. Mind Mr. Thermometer instead.
Simplified Text: When reverse-searing a steak, one should use a thermometer to determine doneness rather than relying on a clock.
Confidence Score: 1.000
Claim Maker: Sam Sifton
Context Type: News Article
Context Details: { "method": "use thermometer instead of clock", "technique": "Reverse-searing" }
Subject Tags: Food Advice Cooking Techniques
UUID: 4afbe7fe-0f53-400d-b905-0843d8af4e24
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Created: September 24, 2026 at 8:32 PM (2 weeks ago)
Last Updated: September 24, 2026 at 8:32 PM (2 weeks ago)

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