- The quality of meat will deteriorate much more quickly after it has been frozen and thawed than it would have if it had never been frozen.
- When stored in the refrigerator for a further three to five days before being cooked, whole meat pieces such as chops and roasts are still usable.
- Even though some quality may be lost, meat that has been defrosted in the refrigerator can be re-frozen without having to be cooked.
