Wrapping finished meat

annkolpin

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Apr 21, 2017

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• Apr 21, 2017

• #1

I'm new here. What is the reason for wrapping the finished meat in aluminum foil and towels and placing in cooler? I was thinking your meat was finished ahead of time and you're keeping it hot prior to guest arriving. Does this also serve to keep meat most? Thank you.

 

shyzabrau

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• Apr 21, 2017

• #2

I believe that the theory is that the juices equalize during the rest.

 

chef jimmyj

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• Apr 21, 2017

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If the meat is Done, you reached a desired internal temp or a probe slides in with no resistance, and guests are ready to eat, there is no need to foil and go in a cooler. If the meat is done and you need time, the cooler buys you several hours, keeping the meat hot...JJ

 

Last edited: Apr 21, 2017