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In addition, French regulations require the distributor to no longer sell eggs 7 days before the minimum durability date (Ddm) written on the packaging, as explained on the Femme Actuelle website.
But if you stock up on eggs from the henhouse, the recommended use-by date is not indicated. Therefore, you should know that the use-by date (Dlc) is a maximum of 28 days after the day of laying.
However, eggs can be stored in the refrigerator for one month past the recommended use-by date, which is 58 days after the day they were laid, if the shells are not cracked or broken. Storing food in optimal conditions helps maintain its freshness, avoid mold and actively fight against food waste.
Compliance with the cold chain and deadlines is necessary to avoid pathogenic organisms that pose a health risk. Thus, putting eggs in the refrigerator helps preserve their taste and nutritional qualities and prevents the growth of bacteria.
However, you should definitely not wash eggs that are not going to be eaten immediately, as this risks causing them to lose the protective film that the hen leaves on them. But if the dates are not on the packaging, it is necessary to find other ways to find out if they are expired.
2. Smell the egg
Like fresh products such as cheeses, desserts, crème fraîche, or even yogurts, eggs can have a suspicious smell once the deadline has passed.
So, if you notice that the egg is past the expiration date and you want to keep the product for later consumption, start by smelling it.
Expired food often has an unpleasant odor and should not be eaten. They may have lost their vitamins and have an altered taste.
In addition, perishable food products have a limited shelf life and can be dangerous for your health if the expiration dates are not respected. Expired eggs, whether cooked or raw, may give off a distinctive odor.
If you can’t decipher the label and the smell isn’t enough to tell you something, you can crack the egg into a bowl or salad bowl and smell it, says registered dietitian Taylor Jones. And if the smell puts you off, throw the egg away and wash the container with hot water.
If the smell seems normal to you, you should consume the egg quickly by preparing an omelette for example.
3. Check the appearance of the shell
Your eyes can also help you identify whether an egg is expired or edible.
Before consuming a product, it is best to visually inspect it to avoid any risk. According to the specialist, it is necessary to check whether the shell is not powdery, viscous or cracked.
Any questionable appearance may reveal the presence of mold. Additionally, if the shell is dry and appears to be in good condition, crack the egg into a bowl and identify any suspicious discoloration.
Typically it is a blue, pink, black or green color in the egg white or yolk. In fact, it can reveal the growth of bacteria that can cause food poisoning.
As confirmed by Dr. Julia Roux, gastroenterologist, salmonella are bacteria that can be found in eggs and preparations made from raw or undercooked eggs, as well as in dairy products.
These germs can cause salmonellosis, an intoxication which causes symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, vomiting and even abdominal pain.
Additionally, if the egg yolk or white is leaking, this may indicate that the egg is aged but may not have reached its usage limit.
4. Dip the egg in water
According to LCI, another technique can be effective in determining whether the egg is still edible.
To do this, you must immerse the egg in a saucepan or salad bowl filled with water. If it sinks to the bottom of the container, it is still good for consumption.
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