Heating Instructions

Thank you for ordering your catering needs through McCaffrey's. Please enjoy your food prepared by our chefs just for you.

ITEMS COMING IN WHITE TRAY WITH PLASTIC COVERING ARE NOT OVEN SAFE. REMOVE ITEMS AND PLACE IN AN ALUMINUM PAN OR OVEN SAFE DISH.

Remove items from refrigerator and let come to room temperature before reheating. Food items will reheat more evenly if at room temperature. Ovens vary, please use these directions as general guidelines, and check your items often. Reheating in an oven or toaster oven is recommended. Cover items to help in the reheating process and prevent over browning. Suggested reheating times may need to be increased if reheating either multiple dishes simultaneously or large quantities. Bulk items will reheat more evenly if they are in a single layer.

Always check the internal temperature of food with a stemmed thermometer before eating. Reheated food should reach a recommended 165 degrees before consumption unless specifically noted.

Always keep stored food covered and refrigerated at 41 degrees or less.

Microwave reheating is not recommended in most cases for the best quality product. If you do choose to use a microwave oven, follow these guidelines:

  • Never put foil or metallic containers in the microwave.
  • Keep food loosely covered with microwave-safe wrap.
  • Rotate or stir items at least once during the reheating process.

Always use caution when removing containers from oven. For ease and safety, always place black oven safe containers on a cookie sheet before placing in the oven. Do not place black containers directly on oven floor or a heating element. Clear plastic lids or covers should be removed before reheating.

Platters and Displays should be kept refrigerated at 41 degrees or less until ready to serve. Consume within 4 hour after removing from refrigerator.

Beef, Pork & Lamb

Degrees of Doneness

  • Rare - 125 degrees
  • Medium Rare - 130 degrees
  • Medium - 135 degrees
  • Medium Well - 140 degrees
  • Well Done - 145 degrees

Whole Grilled Beef Tenderloin

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Heat for approximately 15 to 20 minutes for medium rare.
  • For optimal doneness use a meat thermometer inserted into the middle of the tenderloin. Refer to list above for varying degrees of doneness; adjust time accordingly. Remove from oven while temperate is 5-10 degrees below desired degree of doneness. Let sit for 5 minutes before carving.

Individual Beef Wellington

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Do not cover.
  • Heat for 20-25 minutes.

BBQ Pulled Pork

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Cover loosely and heat for about 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
  • Stir occasionally, adding extra sauce as necessary to moisten.

Pork Sausage, Onions & Peppers

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Cover loosely and heat for about 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches at least 140 degrees.
  • Stir occasionally, adding extra broth or water as necessary to moisten. Cover can be removed during last 10-15 minutes.

Meatballs - Beef or Veal

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Cover loosely and heat for about 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches at least 140 degrees.
  • Stir occasionally, adding extra sauce as necessary to moisten. Cover can be removed during last 10-15 minutes.

Rack of Lamb

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Heat for approximately 15 to 20 minutes for medium rare.
  • For optimal doneness use a meat thermometer inserted into the middle of the chop portion of the meat. Refer to list below for varying degrees of doneness; adjust time accordingly. Remove from oven while temperate is 5-10 degrees below desired degree of doneness. Let sit for 5 minutes before carving; residual heat will bring to desired temperature and juices will redistribute.