What's the fastest way to defrost meat?
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The fastest way to defrost meat would be in the microwave; however, I don't recommend it. It can burn or dry out the edges of the meat. If you have to use the microwave, use the DEFROST option and be sure to only put it in for a specific amount of time. Take it out and check on it frequently.
Rather than using the microwave, I recommend either 1) putting the meat in a pot and heating it on the stove, or 2) putting it in the sink and letting warm (not hot) water run over it. Take the time to thaw meat correctly, rather than using the microwave. Your taste buds will thank you.
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Rather than using the microwave, I recommend either 1) putting the meat in a pot and heating it on the stove, or 2) putting it in the sink and letting warm (not hot) water run over it. Take the time to thaw meat correctly, rather than using the microwave. Your taste buds will thank you.
To defrost meat fast, put it in a leakproof bag and place it in the sink under cool running tap water, turning it every few minutes. This method does require you to use a whole bunch of tap water, but you can't just let the meat sit in warm water, because it’s going to be in the “danger zone” of temperature, and the bacteria will divide on the cells on the surface. If it's under cool running water, it will be in the safe temperature zone.
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