#thermometer

GearSep 5, 2026

When the Hand Blender Turns Heavy, Stop — Fabio's 65°C Carbonara

Fabio's carbonara aims at about 65°C, where egg yolk starts to set, yet no thermometer appears in the steps. The cue is a hand blender turning heavy over a bain-marie.

GearSep 5, 2026

Stopping the Egg at Around 65°C: Scales and Thermometers

Eyeball a portion of pasta and it can swing by several grams to a dozen-plus per serving (the editors' rough figure).