Storage:
Unwashed, unpasteurized eggs, do not have to be refrigerated- Unwashed eggs have a protective layer, called bloom, that helps prevent bacteria from penetrating the shell. As long as the eggs are unwashed, they can be stored on your countertop for 2-3 weeks. Once refrigerated, they can not go back on the counter at room temperature. For safety and peace of mind for you and your family, we store our sale eggs in the refrigerator, and maintain at less that 45 degrees Fahrenheit. refrigerated eggs can be good for 2-3 months! According to some sources, store bought eggs can be up to 2 months old already, by the time they hit the shelves!
Note: When you receive the eggs, some may be a little dirty. we use a dry paper towel to softly brush off any excess dirt or soil, but they are still unwashed so that we do not compromise the bloom.
Use:
- Avoid pulling your eggs out for more than 2 hours before use. the sweat that the egg generates as it returns to room temperature, affects the integrity of the bloom.
- Wash the egg thoroughly with warm water and a soft cloth, right before using the eggs.
- Crack eggs one at a time into a separate dish. Some eggs can contain blood spots or meat spots. While safe to eat, some prefer to discard these eggs. For those that prefer the latter, you wouldn't want to accidentally crack one directly into your pan with the other eggs.
- Cook to your preference, or use in your favorite recipe, and ENJOY!
Anomalies:
Blood Spots and Meat spots: Chickens are imperfect, just as any other creature, and sometimes can have a glitch in production that day. We do not have any roosters, So none of the eggs are fertilized. While both are perfectly safe to eat, the sight/idea of eating this egg can put some people off.
Multiple yolks: On most eggs, you only expect to have one yolk. On occasion, you can have two (or even more rare, 3) yolks in a single egg! These eggs are also edible, and a fun surprise when you get them!
