How to Heat Up Meat Without Drying it Out (6 Steps)

Perhaps you had a large family gathering and now you have a ton of leftovers. Maybe you went out to dinner and just couldn't finish that thick, juicy steak. Whatever the case, you'd rather not just toss food in the trash. Overheating leftover meat can result in a dried-out, inedible mess if you are not careful. Not only can this ruin your appetite, but it might just ruin your budget. Knowing how to reheat meat is an essential skill that will allow you to save money and enjoy your meal.

Things You'll Need

  • Oven-safe dish
  • Liquid, such as water, broth, sauce or gravy
  • Aluminum foil
  • Meat thermometer

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to at least 325 degrees Fahrenheit. You want the meat to reheat slowly. Cooking the meat at too high a temperature will increase the chances it will dry out.

  2. Place the meat in an oven-safe cooking dish.

  3. Add moisture. Use water, broth, gravy or a sauce to add moisture back into the meat. Spoon the liquid over the meat to moisten it. If you use a previously cooked gravy or sauce, heat the liquid to a rolling boil on the stove before adding it to the dish.

  4. Cover the cooking dish with aluminum foil to help the meat retain its moistness. Baste the meat occasionally with the liquid you used while heating it.

  5. Cook the meat to the USDA-recommended temperature of 165 degrees. Use a meat thermometer to measure the internal temperature.

  6. Serve the meat immediately after it has reached the minimum recommended temperature.

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