Dates on eggs / how long do they keep for?

youngie

I agree do the water test fresh eggs sink rotten eggs float if they are old but ok they stand up a bit

Churchmouse

:rotfl: :rotfl:

Last night I used eggs that were 5 days *out of date*. They weren't date-stamped in your grandmother's day, and they lived to tell the tale! Do the water test, they'll be fine:D

donny-gal

I hate these Sell By dates, I think they are just a scam to get us to throw away food which is really OK.

They are a Sell By and allow a period to use after that anyway. I totally ignore them but use my eyes and nose.
DG

rosieandjim_4

Rossy2692 wrote: »

Morning all,

Have just opened my fridge and found 6 eggs dated the 18th!!:eek: Will these be ok to use? Can I leave them for a couple more days? I hate waste, just overlooked these little eggs this week really don't want to waste them.

Thanks in advance

Chala x

Hi thats ok I use 3 or 4 days out of date, but I use in cakes!

Cazzdevil

donny-gal wrote: »

I hate these Sell By dates, I think they are just a scam to get us to throw away food which is really OK.

I agree completely, I always use me eyes and nose to tell if a food is bad or not, never the use by date (which is simply a guideline anyway).

LumpyCustard_2

I've had eggs in my fridge which were *months* out of date and used them. I'll regularly use them weeks afterwards; wouldn't even bat an eyelid at something over just a couple of days.

ckerrd

I never keep my eggs in the fridge at all any more.
Never had a problem, but then we do tend to use them up.

martindow

Yes, I would have no qualms using these either. The water test is good or break them individually into a cup just in case one is off. If they are off you will definitely know!

roversbabe

I've always used eggs if they're a few days out of date. I break them individually into a cup and can tell if they're off.

Pink.

Hi Rossy,

Have a look at this link (includes pics): Fresh Egg Test

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