Whole chickens should always be thawed in the fridge, but chicken pieces can be thawed under cold running water to make them thaw more quickly.

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

Food safety is vital, especially when using the freezer. Knowing how to properly freeze items and, more importantly, defrost them, is crucial so you do not become unwell. When it comes to meat, the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We know the defrost button is on just about every microwave, but most home chefs are stumped on how to use it optimally. While the scientific ...

If you've decided on a lark to make dinner that requires some meat you previously stashed in the freezer, what can you do to get it thawed quickly enough to eat? You don't want to leave it out on the ...

Food editor Taylor Ann Spencer shares the top three ways to safely defrost proteins, from the refrigerator to the kitchen ...

We've all been there - sat at home one evening with nothing in the fridge and only a packet of mince in the freezer that we've forgotten to defrost for dinner. And rather than popping out to the shop ...

This year, I took on the massive responsibility of hosting Friendsgiving. But between juggling work and prepping for guests, I made the biggest rookie mistake—I forgot to thaw the bird. So, I did what ...

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 ...

Ground beef dinners like lasagna, burgers and casseroles are almost always in the dinner rotation. So, stocking up on ground beef when it’s on sale and freezing extra packages is a no-brainer. But, ...