Addie
Chef Extraordinaire
Pac,
Have you tried thawing meat on a stainless steel or aluminum pan?
Just unwrap the meat, set it on a non-stick pan. The metal pan acts as a heat exchanger absorbing heat from the air to thaw the meat.
They used to sell an amazing thawing tray on late night TV for only $19.95 but, it was just an aluminum tray with an attitude!
And it only worked for a couple of times. Then it was junk. I just love those "As Seen On TV" ads. They promise you everything, and then give you nothing. I have never been even tempted to purchase one of those products. I prefer to read the reviews of those folks who were silly enough to buy them.