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Why should we eat eggs?
Storing Raw & Cooked Eggs
- Eggs should not be stored on the refrigerator door, but in the main body of the refrigerator to ensure that they keep a consistent and cool temperature.
- Leftover raw egg whites and yolks should be put in airtight containers and stored in the refrigerator immediately. To prevent yolks from drying out, cover them with a little cold water. Drain the water before using.
- When storing hard-cooked eggs, you may notice a “gassy” odour in your refrigerator. The odour is caused by hydrogen sulphide, which forms when eggs are cooked. It’s harmless and usually dissipates in a few hours.
Recommended Storage Times for Eggs
| Fresh shell eggs | By best before date |
| Leftover yolks or whites | Within 2 to 4 days |
| Hard-Cooked eggs | Within 1 week |
| Prepared egg dishes | Within 3 to 4 days |
| Pickled eggs | Within 1 month |
| Frozen whole eggs (blended) | Within 4 months |
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Egg Safety: What you should know!
Eggs should be cooked until the whites are set (completely coagulated and firm) and the yolks begin to thicken (no longer runny, but not hard). Scrambled eggs and omelets should be cooked until firm throughout with no visible liquid egg remaining. For egg-containing dishes (like sauces, casseroles, etc.), cook until an internal temperature of 160°F or above has been reached.
In addition to thoroughly cooking eggs, follow these food handling practices:
- Wash hands with soap and warm water
- Refrigerate at 45°F or below (do not freeze)
- Avoid pooling and combining eggs
- Use clean, sanitized utensils and equipment
- Take out eggs only for immediate use
- Never stack egg flats near grill or stove
- Never leave egg dishes at room temperature more than one hour (including preparation and service time).
(Information republished with permission from American Egg Board)
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