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How Long Can You Freeze Chicken?

How Long Can You Freeze Chicken?

  Freezing is like hitting the pause button on your food’s shelf life, keeping those pesky bacteria at bay. But, just like your favorite TV show, you can’t pause forever. [...]
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How to Defrost Ham

How to Defrost Ham

With the holiday season in full swing, many of us are starting to prep our menus for those big family dinners. So, today, let’s chat about a step in the [...]
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How to Quickly Defrost Chicken

As a dad, I know the struggle of juggling work, family, and the eternal question of, “What’s for dinner?” When [...]

How Long Can You Freeze Chicken Thighs

Freezing is like pressing the pause button on food spoilage, but even in the sub-zero sanctuary of your freezer, chicken [...]

How to Safely Defrost Beef at Home

As your resident Food Safety Dad, I want to walk you through the safest methods for thawing frozen beef at [...]

How Long Can Cooked Bacon Stay Out?

Bacon – whether you love it crispy or chewy, it’s a staple in many of our homes. But in the [...]

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How to Safely Defrost Beef at Home

As your resident Food Safety Dad, I want to walk you through the safest methods for thawing frozen beef at home. While it may seem simple, there are some common defrosting mistakes that can increase the risk of bacterial growth like E. coli and salmonella. The good news is that [...]

How Long Does Lasagna Last in the Fridge?

Maybe you’ve slaved away in the kitchen layering that perfect blend of cheese, sauce, and noodles, or you’ve scored a hefty portion from your favorite Italian restaurant, there’s nothing quite like the comfort of a hearty slice of lasagna. But with great lasagna comes great responsibility—specifically, the responsibility of storing [...]

How Long Can You Freeze Chili

Whether you’re a fan of the classic beef and bean combo, or you like to get creative with turkey, veggies, or even a quinoa blend, chili is a staple that warms the soul as much as it does the belly. Now, if you’re anything like me, you probably like to [...]

Can You Freeze Chicken Salad?

Now, before you start tossing that leftover chicken salad from your picnic into the freezer, let’s peck through the layers of this delicious staple. Chicken salad is a beloved staple in many households. It’s versatile, easy to make, and generally healthy, depending on what you mix in. But when it [...]
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