a bone in ham surrounded by vegetables - 500/Getty Images There are few things worse than preparing to cook a ham only to realize you either forgot to thaw it or it hasn't thawed out enough.

Picture this: you come home after a long day. You're craving a homemade feast, only to realize that your main ingredient is still frozen solid. Suddenly, you’re in a race against the clock to salvage ...

Safe thawing protects your family from harmful bacteria that can cause foodborne illness and spoil your meal. Meat should never be thawed on the counter because the surface warms too quickly, entering ...