things to keep in mind in order to prepare food safely.
when frozen food is thawed at room temperature, any bacteria that may be on the food will begin to grow. the longer the food stays at room temperature, the more likely the bacteria will grow to unsafe levels and make you or your family sick. so don’t leave that package of frozen chicken breasts out on the counter to thaw.
put the food in a container in the sink. depending on the type of food, a pot or pan may work.
next, fill the container with cool water until the food is submerged.
turn on the faucet and run cool water over the 