Carryover recheck guide
How and when to recheck a cut during the rest so carryover does not push past the target unnoticed.
Carryover is not finished just because the cut left the heat. A recheck during the rest is often the only way to confirm whether the center is still climbing into or beyond the target window.
When the recheck matters most
Rechecking matters on thicker cuts, hotter finishes, and narrow target windows.
- •Large cuts keep moving longer.
- •Aggressive finishing heat increases climb risk.
- •Resting without a recheck can hide an overshoot.
How to use it
Use one quick recheck after the initial rest window begins if the cut was still climbing when it came off.
- •Recheck only after a short pause.
- •Aim for the thickest center again.
- •Use the recheck to refine the next cook.
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Frequently asked questions
Why recheck during the rest?
Because the center can keep climbing after the cut leaves the heat source.
What is the common mistake?
Assuming the first off-heat reading is the final number.
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