CANDY-MAKING CHART Thread begins at 230° Makes a 2" thread when dropped from a spoon. Soft Ball begins at 234° A small amount dropped into chilled water forms a ball, but flattens when picked up. Firm Ball begins at 244° The ball will hold its shape and flaten only when pressed. Hard Ball begins at 250° The ball is more rigid, but still pliable. Soft Crack begins at 270° A small amount dropped into chilled water separates into threads that bend when picked up. Hard Crack begins at 300° Separates into threads that harden and are brittle. Carmelized Sugar 310° to 338° Between these temperatures, it will turn dark golden, but will turn black at 350°. MEAT TEMPERATURE CHART Beef Rare 120°-125° Medium Rare 130°-135° Medium 140°-145° Medium Well 150°-155° Well Done 160° and above Lamb Rare 135° Medium Rare 140°-150° Medium 160° Well Done 165° and above Chicken 165°-175° Turkey 165°-175° Pork 150° All temperatures in Fahrenheit.