Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. Before we get into why the microwave’s defrost ...

It’s almost dinnertime and, whoops, you forgot to get the steak you planned to serve out of the freezer. Not to worry. If you have a microwave, you can defrost the meat in no time using the defrost ...

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 ...

Taking the chill off a frozen bird may seem easy, but when it comes to food safety, it’s important to take certain precautions before you defrost chicken. Follow these tips from the USDA to safely ...

It houses your kids' seemingly endless supply of chicken nuggets, ice cubes for your Friday night cocktails and more leftover pizza than you know what to do with. Your freezer is a veritable workhorse ...