How to Tell if Eggs are Fresh
In the U.S., the eggs we buy in stores today are kept refrigerated and have dates stamped on the cartons. So it’s easy to know if they’re still fresh. But in the 1800s, electricity was not yet available in homes. Refrigerators were insulated boxes that held a block of ice to keep food cold. Since there wasn’t much room inside, eggs were rarely kept there. As long as eggs were not washed, they could be kept at room temperature; but…