doneness

[ duhn-nis ]

noun

1. the condition of being cooked to a desired degree:

   steak prepared to the doneness ordered by the customer.

Word History and Origins

Origin of doneness¹

First recorded in 1925–30; done + -ness

Example Sentences

Flip and cook until the tuna reaches the desired doneness, about 1 more minute for medium.

From Washington Post

A digital meat thermometer may have preset alerts for specific types of doneness.

From Popular-Science

Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for one to two hours, testing for doneness after one hour.

From Outside Online

Follow this formula to make a velvety soup in your Instant Pot using any vegetables you have on handOnce the vegetables are to your desired level of doneness, the final decision you have to make is what to do with the braising liquid.

From Washington Post