While leaving frozen items out on the counter to thaw is a convenient way to defrost food, it's probably not as safe as you think it is. In fact, the FDA says you should never thaw your food by ...

But how can you defrost food quickly, safely and without ruining it? A well-stocked freezer can be a huge time and money saver – especially during the festive season. It’ll let you prep in ...

We spoke with Robert Gravani, a professor of food science at Cornell University, to figure out the safe and unsafe ways to thaw your food. Leaving it on the counter is a big no-no. Following is a ...

And if you want a clean freezer. Like, a really clean freezer, defrosting is the only way you're going to get it. Doing so ...

Yes. Milk is safe for up to three months in the freezer, but consume it within three days after thawing. If you want to ...

When freezing meat, divide it into meal-size portions so you only defrost what you need (Photo: Shutterstock) Freezers are our go to devices for storing fresh foods. From vegetables, dairy ...

But don't panic if you're scrambling to thaw, prepare, and cook at the last minute. You're not alone, and it's still possible to have everything ready for Christmas dinner. However, food poisoning ...