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Frozen Meat Thawing: Six Safe Steps

Choose refrigerator, cold-water or microwave thawing and cook at the right time.

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USDA FSIS

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USDA warns against thawing on a countertop or in hot water. Food thawed rapidly should be cooked immediately.

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1. Plan ahead and thaw in a refrigerator whenever possible.
2. Place meat in a leakproof tray or container to prevent drips.
3. If time is short, use a sealed leakproof bag immersed in cold water.
4. Change the water roughly every 30 minutes and cook immediately after thawing.
5. Follow the microwave's thaw setting and cook immediately afterward.
6. Never thaw on the counter, in a car or in hot water; follow USDA refreezing rules.