The best methods for thawing chicken are in the fridge, in cold water, and in the microwave. Food safety is crucial when thawing chicken since warm temperatures can spur bacterial growth. For thinner ...

The average UK Christmas turkey weighs 4-5.5kg and needs proper defrosting to stay safe. Experts reveal the safest methods and common mistakes that could cause food poisoning.

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With Christmas just days away, you may be scrambling around to prepare everything in time and make things a little bit easier ...

There are countless ways to cook a turkey -- sous vide, par-steamed and smoked-- but none that I've encountered recommend starting from frozen. Slow refrigerator thawing is the gold standard for ...

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Flat-packing ground beef before freezing will make for quicker thawing. Thawing in the microwave is the fastest method, but requires you to flip and rotate the beef as it thaws, as well as cook it ...

A manual chest freezer is a durable, and generally affordable option to preserve food or store convenient freezer meals. But over time, frost buildup can affect its efficiency. Defrosting your chest ...