Thanksgiving Day is just days away, but let’s face it: Hosting this holiday dinner is no easy feat. From knowing when to start thawing a turkey to how much turkey to make and the perennial question of ...

Keeping a few packages of chicken in the freezer makes planning dinner so much easier. You can almost always come up with a quick chicken dinner, whether you have a pack of chicken breasts or a ...

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 ...

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 ...

In an ideal world, we’d remember to put our frozen beef or chicken in the fridge to defrost the night before we need it. Of course, life often gets in the way and that doesn’t always happen, so ...

Here are some quick and safe ways to thaw a frozen turkey, even at the very last minute. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 Thanksgiving is almost here! If you're planning to cook the big bird, the USDA ...

DENVER — As you start planning your Thanksgiving dinner, don’t forget an important step: Defrosting frozen turkeys. Even the most seasoned cooks may not know just how long the process takes. According ...