This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.

In this episode you will learn:

- The safest thawing method is in a refrigerator at 41°F or lower.

- When thawing under running water, the water must be 70°F or colder and continuously flowing.

- Food thawed in a microwave must be cooked immediately as part of a continuous process.

- Thawing as part of the cooking process is only acceptable for small items that cook quickly.

- Never thaw food at room temperature on a counter, as this is a critical food safety violation.

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