Temp probe failed mid-service on a $600 prime rib roast last Friday

Was running a 12-top holiday party and my Thermapen gave me a false reading on a 22lb prime rib. Had to finish it by feel and hope I didn't overcook it. Anyone else had a critical tool fail at the worst possible moment?

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martinez.anna16d ago

My Thermapen broke mid-chili cookoff and I just started poking it with a toothpick instead.

blake30216d ago

Oh man, that's the worst feeling isn't it? I had my probe die on me right as I was temping a Thanksgiving turkey one year and basically had to guess if the breasts were done.