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How to tell if your eggs are safe to eat, according to science
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The egg float test is a common method that home chefs use to tell if their eggs are still good. During the test, an egg is placed in a cup (or pot) of water; eggs that sink are considered fresh and safe to eat, while eggs that float are considered past their prime. While the test tells you the age, it may not indicate if the egg is safe to eat. We’ll explain everything you need to know about this test while also exploring other ways to tell if eggs are fresh and safe to eat. We’ll even cover how to properly store your eggs, so you can enjoy them for as long as possible.
Things You Should Know
- It's true that fresh eggs sink in water, while older ones float. However, an egg that floats can still be safe to eat.
- Eggs that are bad or rotten have a nasty smell and often look runny. Avoid using them as well as any eggs that were cracked in the carton.
- Store eggs in the refrigerator for 5 weeks, or 4-5 weeks past their packing date. Eggs can be frozen for up to 1 year.
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Warnings
- With eggs, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. If you aren’t 100% certain that an egg is safe to eat, you’re better off throwing it out. [16] X Research sourceThanks
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References
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- ↑ https://www.allrecipes.com/article/how-to-tell-if-your-eggs-are-bad/
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