🔴 CRITICAL SAFETY POINTS:
- Always use a food thermometer to verify internal temperatures
- Follow USDA food safety guidelines for minimum safe temperatures
- This app provides estimates - actual cooking times may vary
- Monitor cooking progress visually and with proper tools
- Never rely solely on timing - use multiple indicators
🌡️ MINIMUM SAFE TEMPERATURES:
- Rare: 120-125°F (49-52°C) - Not recommended for all cuts
- Medium Rare: 130-135°F (54-57°C)
- Medium: 135-145°F (57-63°C)
- Well Done: 145°F+ (63°C+)
⚠️ WARNINGS:
- Cooking times are estimates based on ideal conditions
- Actual results may vary due to equipment, cut thickness, starting temperature
- Always ensure proper food safety practices
- When in doubt, cook longer or consult a food safety expert
🔥 EQUIPMENT SAFETY:
- Always use appropriate cooking equipment
- Never leave cooking unattended
- Use proper ventilation
- Follow all equipment manufacturer guidelines
📍 ALTITUDE CONSIDERATIONS:
High altitude cooking (above 3,000 feet/900 meters) may require adjustments not accounted for by this app. Water boils at lower temperatures at high altitudes, affecting cooking times.
🥩 MEAT QUALITY FACTORS:
The app's calculations assume standard grain-fed beef. Variations may occur with:
- Grass-fed vs grain-fed differences
- Dry-aged meat (already accounted for if selected)
- Previously frozen meat
- Different grades of beef (Prime, Choice, Select)
⚕️ HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS:
- Pregnant women, young children, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals should follow stricter guidelines
- Ground beef should always be cooked to 160°F (71°C)
- This app is for whole muscle cuts only
📱 TECHNICAL LIMITATIONS:
- Background timer accuracy may vary by device
- Notification delivery is not guaranteed
- Battery optimization settings may affect timer precision
- App performance depends on device capabilities
🚫 NOT A REPLACEMENT FOR:
- Professional culinary training
- Food safety certification
- Medical or dietary advice
- Commercial food preparation guidelines