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Shrimp
How to Thaw Shrimp in 20 minutes
Thaw frozen shrimp in 20 minutes under cold running water — no planning required.
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How to Thaw a Frozen Turkey (or Roast It Frozen)
Give a frozen turkey about 24 hours in the fridge for every 4 to 5 pounds. Behind schedule? Use cold water, or roast it frozen.
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Beef
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How to Thaw Beef Fast: Cold Water Times by Size
Quick-thaw a sealed steak in cold water: about 15 to 30 minutes for a thin steak, up to an hour for a 1-pound pack. Cook it right away.
Chicken
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How to Thaw Chicken Fast: Cold Water Times by Size
A 1-pound pack of chicken thaws in cold water in an hour or less. Keep it sealed, change the water every 30 minutes and cook it right away.
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Beef
How to Thaw Frozen Beef
Three safe ways to thaw frozen beef — fridge, cold water, or straight from frozen — and when to use each.