Eggs won't spoil and stay fresh much longer: the best way to store them

Eggs have a long shelf life, but there is a debate among consumers about where to store them to keep them fresh.

For example, in the United States, eggs are washed before being sold. This process removes the scum, so they need to be refrigerated if you want to keep them fresh. But even if they have not been washed, according to experts, the refrigerator is still the best place to do this, OBOZ.UA writes.

Since most homes now have central heating, and only a few have a cool pantry, it is usually most practical to store eggs in the refrigerator. This way they will stay fresh for much longer.

Kitchens tend to be warm places in the house because a lot of steam is usually generated during cooking. Not to mention, radiators that are constantly on in the winter make homes much warmer.

This warm environment will cause bacteria to grow and increase the likelihood of eggs spoiling, so it's more efficient to store them in the refrigerator. Only if you have a suitable cool room to store them in, then they should be left out of the refrigerator.

Keeping eggs at a constant cool temperature is key to keeping them fresh, and significant temperature changes will encourage the growth of bacteria such as salmonella.

If you store your eggs on the countertop, keep them away from the stove, oven, or any other hot appliances such as deep fryers or microwaves.

However, if you choose to refrigerate your eggs, don't store them in the refrigerator door as it is often opened and the warm air changes the temperature and causes bacteria to grow.

To keep eggs fresh and safe for consumption, store them in their original carton on the middle or lower shelf of the refrigerator, where the temperature is more stable.

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