Washing store-bought eggs at home is unnecessary and can actually pose a serious food safety risk.<\/p>\n
An eggshell contains up to 17,000 microscopic pores that allow air and moisture to pass through it.<\/p>\n
Naturally, a hen covers the shell in an antibacterial layer called the “bloom,” which seals these pores against bacteria.<\/p>\n
In North America, commercial eggs are thoroughly pre-washed before sale, removing the natural bloom and requiring refrigeration.<\/p>\n
Re-washing eggs at home in cool water creates a vacuum effect that pulls surface bacteria straight through the exposed pores.<\/p>\n
In contrast, European countries keep the bloom intact, allowing unwashed eggs to be safely stored at room temperature.<\/p>\n
Unwashed farm-fresh eggs with visible dirt should only be cleaned using plain water that is warmer than the egg itself.<\/p>\n
Warm water causes the egg’s contents to expand outward, preventing dirty water from being sucked back inside the shell.<\/p>\n
Store-bought eggs should be kept unwashed in their original carton on a middle refrigerator shelf to preserve quality.<\/p>\n
Properly cooking your eggs remains the most effective and reliable way to eliminate any remaining bacterial risks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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