DISHORA / FOOD GUIDES

How to tell if
eggs are bad

A float test cannot prove an egg is safe.

Next: the checks that matter.

DISHORA / FOOD GUIDES

Age and safety
are different

An expanding air cell can make an egg float. A normal smell or appearance cannot rule out Salmonella, either.

DISHORA / FOOD GUIDES

Start with
cold storage

Keep refrigerated shell eggs at 40°F (4°C) or below. Discard eggs with unsafe storage history or signs of spoilage.

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Check, then
handle safely

Discard eggs with an off-odor or unusual appearance. Read the full guide for storage times, normal changes and cooking guidance.