Or do they belong in the fridge?
This raises the question: Is it unsafe to let eggs sit out at room temperature?
Or is the American tendency torefrigerate eggsjust a force of habit?
Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox
What about eggs purchased straight from the farm instead of from a store?
Meet The Experts
Should Eggs Be Refrigerated?
Yes, store-bought eggs should be refrigerated.
Why Should Store-Bought Eggs Be Refrigerated?
The bloom seals the pores, preventing bacteria from reaching the nutrient-rich environment inside."
How Long Can Store-Bought Eggs Sit On The Counter?
How Long Can Unwashed Eggs Sit On The Counter?
“Farm-fresh eggs with the cuticle or bloom still intact canlast several daysat room temperature,” says Shaw.
“Store the eggs in or on something absorbent (like cardboard or a paper towel).
Its also important to store eggs in their original cartons.
The shells are porous and absorb odors.
An egg carton helps protect the eggs from odors and keeps them fresh longer.
Stored properly, refrigerated eggs will keep for three to five weeks.
What About Previously Refrigerated Eggs?
AskUSDA.How long can you store eggs in the refrigerator?
U.S. Department of Agriculture.Shell eggs from farm to table.
