We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We know the defrost button is on just about every microwave, but most home chefs are stumped on how to use it optimally. While the scientific ...

The microwave does have its limits. For many households, the microwave is a kitchen staple, and it’s one people might use more than they care to admit. It can be a life-saver when you’re busy, as well ...

Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. Before we get into why the microwave’s defrost ...

It’s almost dinnertime and, whoops, you forgot to get the steak you planned to serve out of the freezer. Not to worry. If you have a microwave, you can defrost the meat in no time using the defrost ...