Description
A comprehensive guide on how to store eggs safely and ensure their freshness, while avoiding foodborne illnesses.
Ingredients
- Fresh eggs
Instructions
- Store eggs in their original carton in the refrigerator below 40°F.
- Avoid leaving eggs at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
- Inspect eggs for cracks or unusual odors before use.
- Cook eggs to an internal temperature of 160°F to eliminate bacteria.
Notes
For dipped eggs, let refrigerated eggs sit out for 15-20 minutes before using.
- Prep Time: 0 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Food Safety
- Method: Storage
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: egg storage, food safety, egg freshness