However, there are some thawing methods that limit how soft and soggy the strawberries become. One of the best methods is to place the frozen strawberries in the fridge for about eight hours or ...

Don't let a frozen turkey thaw out on the counter for a few days, haphazardly leaking questionable liquids all over the kitchen and floor. Also, don't leave a turkey outside to defrost in the sun.

"Ideally, you should defrost your freezer when it is almost empty before you restock it," Craig says, adding that you can tightly store your frozen items in a cooler during the process if needed.

Here are the safest ways to thaw your frozen birds, according to experts from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Butterball.