Butchers twine (also called cooking twine) is a strong, food-safe string typically made of 100% cotton. It is used to tie meat and poultry to ensure even cooking and to retain shape. Key Uses • Trussing poultry: Holds chicken or turkey wings and legs close to the body to prevent burning and dry meat. • Securing roasts: Binds rolled meats (like porchetta or beef tenderloin) together to keep stuffing inside and ensure uniform cooking. • Hanging meats: Used to suspend charcuterie or cured meats during the smoking or aging process. Critical Safety Guidelines • Material matters: Use only 100% natural cotton or linen twine. • Avoid synthetic strings: Regular household string, nylon, or polyester will melt or catch fire in the oven and leach toxic chemicals into food. • Avoid dyed strings: Colored threads can bleed ink into the food under high heat.