Food storage
How long do eggs last?
Eggs keep 3–5 weeks in the fridge and are best used by the date on the box. Store them in their carton in the main body of the fridge — not the door.
| Eggs | Keeps | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh eggs (in shell) | 3–5 weeks | Best by the box date |
| Hard-boiled (in shell) | Up to 1 week | Keep refrigerated |
| Leftover raw yolk / white | 2–4 days | Cover tightly |
The float test
Not sure if an egg is still good? Pop it in a bowl of water. A fresh egg sinks and lies flat; an older-but-fine egg stands on end; a floating egg is past it — bin it. Crack any doubtful egg into a separate bowl first and give it a sniff.
How to store eggs so they last
Keep them in the carton (it stops them absorbing fridge smells and losing moisture) and in the coldest part — the main shelves, not the door where the temperature swings.
Use them up
Plenty of eggs to get through? Omelettes, frittata, shakshuka, pancakes and baking all make quick work of them. Ask What’s in my Fridge for ideas. See also: the full fridge storage chart.
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