Defrosting meat

[andyjevs]

I took a joint of beef out of the freezer earlier today and put it in the fridge so we can have it for dinner tommorrow.
But, i fancy it today...and it's still frozen. Any suggestions....microwave ? hot water ?????
Many thanks

[boobesque]

if i have this problem i stick it in the microwve on defrost, but only for about 4 mins at a time, then turn joint over, just to make sure it is evenly defrosted. towards the end you may want to defrost for less time each time

[qapmoc]

Hi Andy, and after it appears to be defrosted I usually cut it into two small joints and then cook it just to make sure it gets cooked through, Mind you I like the outside bits the most anyway so I get more of them that way.