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 ...

Picture this: You're ready to whip up your favorite chicken recipe, but you realize the chicken is frozen! We've all been there, and it's easy to be tempted to speed things up by letting the chicken ...

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 ...

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 ...

Freezers are our go to devices for storing fresh foods. From vegetables, dairy products right to meats. Throw any of these items in the freezer and revisit later when you want to cook. After one too ...

Home cooks will be well aware of how annoying it is when you plan on cooking a delicious meal when you get home from work or running chores but you've forgotten to defrost the chicken or steak before ...

Adam Rothbarth was the former Food & Kitchen Writer for VICE's shopping page, Rec Room, and contributes to Chicago Magazine, Eater, and more. Most of the time, shortcuts can be great. No time to slice ...