There are two safe methods for thawing frozen meat. "The safest way to thaw meat is in the refrigerator," says Baker. The refrigerator should also be set under 40 degrees, ensuring the meat stays out ...

When buying deli meat in bulk, storing it in the freezer seems like a no brainer. But how long can it last in there, and how do you know it is safe to eat once thawed? When it comes to extending the ...

Picture this: you come home after a long day. You're craving a homemade feast, only to realize that your main ingredient is still frozen solid. Suddenly, you’re in a race against the clock to salvage ...

In an ideal world, we’d remember to put our frozen beef or chicken in the fridge to defrost the night before we need it. Of course, life often gets in the way and that doesn’t always happen, so ...

Most of us have felt the panic of forgetting to take meat out of the freezer in time for dinner. In most cases, we end up impatiently for the meat to defrost, cooking something else entirely, or ...

Freezing meat is a great way to make it last longer, but if done the wrong way, it can lose its flavour and texture. If you’ve ever thawed meat only to find it dry, tough, or with a strange taste, ...

There's nothing more frustrating than when you're hungry and ready to cook up your next meal only to realise you've forgotten to take your meat out of the freezer. Thankfully, a simple hack could help ...

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.

A woman shared her 'genius' hack to defrost meat in minutes using a common kitchen item - it's perfect for when you've ...

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD, is a food editor, recipe developer, farmer and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She has more than 20 years of experience cooking professionally ...