Microwave - Defrost-by-Weight Feature. This feature (NLA) found on select microwaves enabled defrosting of large, dense items thoroughly while avoiding partial cooking of the outer portions. This feature defrosted food based upon food group and weight (check Owner's Manual for different weight codes).. Remove parts of your food from the microwave as they defrost. To avoid overcooking food, check it often and pull off or scoop out any sections that are already thawed. Then continue defrosting the sections that are still frozen. Place the defrosted food on a plate or container while you wait for the rest to cook.
Just type in the weight of your food, and this handy setting will automatically program the correct defrost time and power level for you.To learn more about.. The time it takes to defrost food in a GE microwave varies based on the type and weight of the item. Generally, smaller and more delicate items will defrost faster compared to larger or denser foods. On average, defrosting a pound of meat may take anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the microwave's power and the specific food item..