Q: “How long will fresh eggs keep?”

R: Fresh eggs can be kept refrigerated in their carton for at least 4-5 weeks beyond the pack date.  Quality losses should be insignificant if the eggs are refrigerated as soon as possible after purchase from a refrigerated case. 

 

Q:   “What is the best way to store eggs?”

A: Keep eggs refrigerated at 45 degrees or lower.  Store eggs in their carton because eggs can absorb refrigerator odors.

 

Q: “Other than color, what are the differences between white and brown eggs?”

R: Shell color is determined by breed of hen.  Both with and brown eggs have the same nutrients, flavor and cooking characteristics.  Since brown egg layers are slightly larger birds and require more food, brown eggs are usually more expensive than white eggs.

 

Q: “What causes blood spots in eggs?”

R: Small spots of blood are occasionally found in egg yolk.  They are caused by the rupture of a blood vessel on the yolk surface.  As an egg ages, water moves from the albumen into the yolk, diluting the blood spot.  Thus a visible blood spot usually indicates a fresh egg.  These eggs are suitable for consumption and can be removed with a knife if you choose.

 

Q: “What are the stringy white pieces in egg whites?”

R: These rope-like strands of egg white, called chalazae are not imperfections or beginning of embryos but a natural edible part of the egg.  They keep the yolk centered in the thick white.

 

Q: “Is it safe to eat raw eggs?”

R: The risk of food poisoning from eggs is highest with raw and lightly cooked dishes.  It’s best not to serve raw or lightly cooked dishes made with eggs.

 

Q: “Are fertile eggs more nutritious?”

R: Fertile eggs are not more nutritious than nonfertile eggs.  They do not keep as well as nonfertile eggs and are more expensive to produce.

 

Q: “Why are some hard-cooked eggs difficult to peel?”

A: Fresh eggs may be difficult to peel.  Those which have been stored for a week to 10 days before cooking will usually peel more easily.

 

 

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