proper temperature for meats
The proper temperature to cook a medium-rare steak is 130Â° - 135Â° F. Although, according to foodsafety.gov, beef, lamb, and pork should be cooked to at least 145Â° (or above, if desired). Ground meat must be cooked to at least 160Â° F. Ground poultry must be cooked to at least 165Â°.