Every November, fans write to us nervously asking about how to defrost a turkey in time for Thanksgiving. “Am I too late?!” they worry. (Our rule of thumb, by the way, is to simply pop the ...

Please don't leave it on the counter overnight. Whether it’s an impromptu barbecue or a sudden craving for steak, there’s nothing worse than realizing all your beef is tucked away in the freezer and ...

If your freezer looks like this, it's time to defrost. Be honest: Can you currently account for everything in your freezer right now? Worse yet, are you even able to get anything out of your freezer ...

Three safe ways to defrost ground beef are in the refrigerator, in cold water, or in the microwave. Never thaw at room ...

This is the best time to defrost chicken, so it's ready in time for dinner, depending on whether you can plan in advance or need to make a quick chicken dinner.