Let’s talk about eggs. They are a very common food. We use them in many meals, from breakfast foods like scrambled eggs to sweet desserts like cakes. It’s important to know if your eggs are still good to eat. Even though eggs have a hard shell, they can go bad. Knowing how to tell if an egg is fresh will help you cook safely and make tasty food. This guide will show you several ways to check your eggs. We’ll look at the simple “float test,” how to check the date on the carton, and how to use your senses to see if an egg is spoiled.
Checking the Date on the Carton
When you buy eggs, look at the date printed on the carton. This date is not the “expiration date,” but it tells you when the eggs were packed. This is called the “packing date.” It’s written in a special way called the Julian format. This date helps you know how fresh your eggs are. Eggs are usually good to eat for four to five weeks after the packing date, if you keep them in the fridge. However, it’s best to eat them within three to five weeks of buying them. This helps make sure they taste their best.
The Easy “Float Test”
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