Defrosting Pan

[soupernan]

I have one of those ridged defrosting trays which works great, but I don't know how to clean it safely. Have had it for several years and found it when cleaning out some old pots and pans. I want to clean it good but I seem to remember the instructions said not to clean it with soap and water! Any suggestions? I don't want to use it until I know it is safe.

[DaveSoMD]

Is it the Miracle Thaw?

[soupernan]

I think so. I've had it a really long time, but only used it a couple of times as wasn't sure if it would clean properly and I can't find the instructions that came with it. Dumb huh

[Andy M.]

It's useless to you now so clean it so you're satisfied with its safety so you can use it. If it's metal (probably aluminum) soap and water won't hurt it.

[soupernan]

It's in the dishwasher as I write this. After getting a name for the thing I looked it up online. No good reviews so I'll just find another use for it.Thank you for the response.

[jennyema]

Aluminum sheets do work very well for quickly defrosting flat things like steaks, chicken, etc.

I use my allclad griddle

[Andy M.]

I actually find my kitchen counter works pretty well. I have a manufactured stone (Cambria) counter top that defrosts meats very quickly, similar to aluminum.

[Selkie]

I use a 12"x12" x1" piece of marble that works well.

[Kayelle]

I just use my aluminum cookie sheet. I remember the hype on TV about that piece of aluminum being a "miracle" at defrosting.
Welcome to DC soupernan.....hope you stick around.

[Andy M.]

Originally Posted by Kayelle

I just use my aluminum cookie sheet. I remember the hype on TV about that piece of aluminum being a "miracle" at defrosting...

That's the idea, Kayelle. The thicker the aluminum, the better it will work as a defrosting aid. A thick aluminum pan might work better.