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How to Tell if Eggs are Fresh

How to Tell if Eggs are Fresh

In the U.S., the eggs we buy 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, homes did not yet have electricity. 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. Therefore, people had to make sure their eggs were still fresh before cooking with them. INFORMATION BELOW FROM…

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