The cooking times given are approximate for use in meal planning. Use a meat thermometer to check for safe cooking and doneness.

Interactive Timetable for Various Meats

This weight of meat and cut ...  lb. Beef (Rib roast, bone-in)Beef (Rib roast, boneless rolled)Beef (Chuck roast, brisket)Beef (Round or rump roast)Beef (Tenderloin, whole)Beef (Steaks)Beef (Stew or shank cross cuts)Beef (Short ribs)Chicken (Leg quarters, bone in, 4-8 oz.)Chicken (Thigh, bone in, 5-7 oz.)Chicken (Thigh, boneless, 3 oz.)Chicken (Breast, bone in, 6-8 oz.)Chicken (Whole)Chicken (Ground, 6 oz. patty)Country Ham (Whole or Half)Fresh Ham, uncooked (Whole leg, bone in)Fresh Ham, uncooked (Whole leg, boneless)Fresh Ham, uncooked (Half, bone in)Lamb (Leg, bone in)Lamb (Leg, boneless, rolled)Lamb (Shoulder Roast or Shank Leg Half)Lamb (Cubes, for Kabobs)Lamb (Ground Lamb Patties)Lamb (Chops, Rib, or Loin)Lamb (Leg Steaks)Lamb (Stew Meat, pieces)Lamb (Shanks)Lamb (Breast, Rolled)Pork (Loin Roast)Pork (Crown Roast)Pork (Fresh Leg / Uncured Ham)Pork (Shoulder Roast)Pork (Tenderloin)Pork (Ribs)Pork (Ham, Fully Cooked)Smoked Ham, uncooked (Whole, bone in)Smoked Ham, uncooked (Half, bone in)Smoked Ham, uncooked (Shank/Butt Portion, bone in)Smoked Ham, uncooked (Arm Picnic Shoulder, bnls)Smoked Ham, uncooked (Shoulder Roll (Butt), bnls)Smoked Ham, cooked (Whole, bone in)Smoked Ham, cooked (Half, bone in)Smoked Ham, cooked (Arm, Picnic Shoulder, bnls)Smoked Ham, cooked (Canned ham, boneless)Smoked Ham, cooked (Vacuum packed, boneless)Smoked Ham, cooked (Spiral cut, whole or half)Turkey (Thaw, In the Refrigerator)Turkey (Thaw, In Cold Water)Turkey (Roast, Unstuffed)Turkey (Roast, Stuffed) ... will require: 325°F oven temperature 4 to 4 1/4 hours

Homemade Yogurt –– Yogurt making is a fun and creative experience and an excellent quality yogurt may easily be made at home at a great savings over store bought.
A Simple Spongecake - Cooking School –– With no baking powder or baking soda, this super simple spongecake is a great basis for many fruit desserts.
Beef Braciola –– A true Italian feast! My mother, whose parents came from Sicily and Naples, made this dish often as a Sunday meal in Winter. I enjoy continuing this tradition during our long, cold, New England Winters.
Sour Cream Collection –– Breads, cakes, cookies, dips, salads and more. Over 40 great recipes for sour cream lovers.
Make-Ahead Mexican Starter –– Double, triple or quadruple this easy recipe and pack it in your freezer. Serve 12 ways on lazy days.

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Hot Roast Beef Sandwich –– Only 15 minutes to prepare - great for leftovers too!
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Buffalo Chicken Wings –– A classic hit for any gathering.
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Escarole and Bean Soup –– For any season, a slow simmered flavorful authentic Italian soup.
Good for you, good for your grill –– Try turkey on the grill this Summer barbecue season.
Don't be Chicken! –– Lose your fear of preparing chicken with this comprehensive guide. Covers cutting, marinades, stocks, soups and more.
Salads and Salad Dressings –– Whether you're looking for a light summer menu for a sultry evening or just cutting calories, salads are an easy to prepare, cool and healthful alternative to everyday meat-and-potatoes fare.
Making Ravioli and Lasagna at Home –– Once you serve home-made ravioli and lasagna, you'll never go back to store bought!

How to Make Peanut Butter at Home –– In these times, it pays many dividends to prepare your own fresh and wholesome peanut butter at home.
Chocolate Chip Cookies –– Packed with an extra vanilla kick. Try this variation on the chocolate chip theme.
How to make Baklava –– An international confection for the holiday menu.
Zucchini Parmesan –– Move over eggplant!
Making Egg Noodles at Home –– Homemade Egg Noodles are quick, easy and economical.

Party Pita Wedges –– Your guests will enjoy these fast and easy party sized pizzas.
Standing Rib Roast –– A Standing Rib Roast is fit for any celebration.
Veal Cutlets, Italian Style –– Authentic Italian Veal Cutlets are becoming harder to find at local restaurants; don't be fooled by ground veal imitations. Here's a way to stay at home, save money, and serve the real deal.
Fairhaven Fish Chowder –– True comfort food from a fair haven.
How To Can Chili at Home –– All the techniques you'll need to know to successfully can foods at home.