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Pork Crown Roast Cooking Temperature — 145°F / 63°C

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Internal Temperature: 145°F / 63°C

Oven/Cooking Temperature: 350°F

Overview

Cook pork crown roast at 350°F to 145°F (63°C) internal temperature. Approximately 20 min/lb.

Key Details

  • Internal Temperature: 145°F / 63°C
  • Oven/Cooking Temperature: 350°F
  • Cook Time: 20 min/lb
  • Rest Time: 15 min
  • USDA: 145°F for whole cuts, 160°F for ground pork

Why This Matters

  • USDA updated pork safe temp from 160°F to 145°F for whole cuts in 2011
  • Pork at 145°F may have slight pink — this is safe
  • Pork Crown Roast benefits from precise temperature control

How To

  1. 1Preheat oven/grill to 350°F
  2. 2Season pork as desired
  3. 3Cook for approximately 20 min/lb
  4. 4Remove at 145°F internal temperature
  5. 5Rest 15 min before slicing or pulling

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145°F (63°C). Cook at 350°F for 20 min/lb.