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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 16, 2013 15:46:27 GMT
Bit of a daft question I suppose but it was something that I read in FB which started me thinking...
"If you’re an American, you probably store eggs in the refrigerator – and wouldn’t think of doing it any other way. Yet, the US is one of the only countries where chicken eggs are kept refrigerated. In much of Europe, for instance, eggs are often stored right on the counter, at room temperature. But then, US eggs would be illegal in Europe due to an egg-washing process that may actually make them more susceptible to contamination with bacteria like Salmonella."
Years ago I never put my eggs in the fridge - I had a basket for them on the work top. For some reason that I have totally forgotten they are now in the fridge. Infact I have to remember to take an egg out if I want to soft boil it...
Where do the rest of you keep your eggs and why??
RF
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 17, 2013 8:35:51 GMT
Good question Rosefriend. Years ago I used to keep mine in the fridge but then I read somewhere that you're ment to keep them at room temperature. Better for baking and cooking not to have them too cold and of course, the shell is porus and can absorbe things, maybe not good to keep them near meat but I always cover my meat anyhow. I always keep mine sitting out on the work top now and never keep them in the fridge. I must have a google and see what the powers that be think. |
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 17, 2013 8:43:31 GMT
Good question Rosefriend. Years ago I used to keep mine in the fridge but then I read somewhere that you're ment to keep them at room temperature. Better for baking and cooking not to have them too cold and of course, the shell is porus and can absorbe things, maybe not good to keep them near meat but I always cover my meat anyhow. I always keep mine sitting out on the work top now and never keep them in the fridge. I must have a google and see what the powers that be think. I am seriously thinking our going out and buying a basket and keeping them on the work top again - it seems to be the best way...wonder if things like citrus has an effect as does meat?? RF |
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 17, 2013 8:46:34 GMT
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 17, 2013 8:47:36 GMT
From what I've read Rosefriend, strong cheese and onions can affect the eggs as well as they can absorb the odours. |
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Post by Barbara on Dec 17, 2013 10:35:29 GMT
I used to have a ceramic chicken and kept my eggs in that on the worktop, but when I broke it I started putting them in the fridge, but I take them out a little while before I want to use them for baking.
On another theme,y do you worry about the dates on eggs, I don't worry if I want to bake with them, because I read somewhere ages ago it was guess work by some scientist actuall how long they would keep fresh, I had a couple of eggs once from a lady who kept chickens, and they are nothing like the ones we buy in the shops, the taste is wonderful.
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 17, 2013 13:56:09 GMT
I agree with you Barbara, Ruth keeps chickens, free range and named varieties and you are right their eggs do taste different. I do go by the use by date although I'd know right away if an egg was off by the smell.  |
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 17, 2013 14:20:25 GMT
Right, - I am persuaded Ladygardener - eggs are now in a bowl as I haven't got a basket!! Free range eggs as in straight from the chicken instead of waiting days - what a difference, - I agree Barbara. Once has some from a bloke here than had a few chooks and he fed them on fish food....yuk - what a revolting taste. Boiled eggs that tasted of fish!!  RF |
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 17, 2013 16:37:33 GMT
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 17, 2013 16:45:44 GMT
They were revolting - we had scrambled eggs and I binned the lot!! RF |
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Post by Jilly on Dec 17, 2013 18:08:22 GMT
It's a debate in our house Rosefriend, I like to keep them out but OH likes them to go in the fridge, admittedly we've got very limited counter space so I can see his point. One of the guys that works for us keeps chickens, so we get lovely fresh eggs in the Spring/Summer & those I keep on out, but I put the ones from the supermarket in the fridge as they've probably been refrigerated anyway. I do the same with tomatoes actually, home grown ones never go near the fridge, but I keep supermarket ones in the salad draw for the same reason. I'm terrible for dates on eggs too, I've used ones that are over a month out of date & not had a bad one yet. |
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 17, 2013 18:25:19 GMT
It's a debate in our house Rosefriend, I like to keep them out but OH likes them to go in the fridge, admittedly we've got very limited counter space so I can see his point. One of the guys that works for us keeps chickens, so we get lovely fresh eggs in the Spring/Summer & those I keep on out, but I put the ones from the supermarket in the fridge as they've probably been refrigerated anyway. I do the same with tomatoes actually, home grown ones never go near the fridge, but I keep supermarket ones in the salad draw for the same reason. I'm terrible for dates on eggs too, I've used ones that are over a month out of date & not had a bad one yet. I think possibly the worst thing would be to be using a few eggs, as in baking and the last egg to go in is rotten... I never put toms in the fridge actually but I do put cucs in and I was told that cucs should never be put in the fridge - they last a lot longer in normal temps....not sure of that tbh!! RF |
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 17, 2013 18:52:20 GMT
It's a debate in our house Rosefriend, I like to keep them out but OH likes them to go in the fridge, admittedly we've got very limited counter space so I can see his point. One of the guys that works for us keeps chickens, so we get lovely fresh eggs in the Spring/Summer & those I keep on out, but I put the ones from the supermarket in the fridge as they've probably been refrigerated anyway. I do the same with tomatoes actually, home grown ones never go near the fridge, but I keep supermarket ones in the salad draw for the same reason. I'm terrible for dates on eggs too, I've used ones that are over a month out of date & not had a bad one yet. I think possibly the worst thing would be to be using a few eggs, as in baking and the last egg to go in is rotten... It's interesting to hear what folk do with their eggs. You're really lucky getting lovely fresh eggs from your work guy Jilly. I do put my tomatoes into the fridge but take them out about an hour or so before I eat them if I remember. Quite recently (within the past year) I added a rotten egg to my baking and I had to throw the whole thing out, the smell!!!!!! I never put toms in the fridge actually but I do put cucs in and I was told that cucs should never be put in the fridge - they last a lot longer in normal temps....not sure of that tbh!! RF I've not heard that about cucumbers Rosefriend but I put the ones I grew this year into the fridge. I must see what our friend mr. google says.  |
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 17, 2013 18:55:20 GMT
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 17, 2013 19:07:39 GMT
I've had a quick look and most of the posts I've seen say they should'nt be stored in the fridge. I've read that they are susceptible to cold injury if held more than 3 days at temperatures lower than 10C. If they have to be kept in the fridge, then not longer than 3 days and then eaten.
Another factoid: Cucumbers are sensitive to ethylene gas, which is put off by some ripening fruits and vegetables. So for longest storage, don’t keep your cukes near melons, tomatoes or bananas.
I also did'nt know that some people say Peppers should'nt be stored in the fridge either, I do store mine in the fridge if they're not going to be eaten for a week or so but otherwise leave them out.
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 17, 2013 19:13:18 GMT
Perhaps I should change the title of this thread Ladygardener to something like "Fridge or not??"!! Nothing should really be near apples and Missredhead even puts spuds in the fridge - everything... Good that we are all different.... RF |
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Post by Fuchsia on Dec 17, 2013 19:17:17 GMT
I put absolutely everything in the fridge, all fresh veg, eggs, jam, sauces, bread everything. I really believe they stay fresher. I never use anything beyond its sell by date.
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 18, 2013 5:46:48 GMT
Good idea to change the title Rosefriend. I did'nt realise nothing should be near apples. I'd never keep potatoes in the fridge but keep them in a cool dark place. I do keep bread in the fridge, it used to go off after a couple of days when I kept it in the kitchen cupboard and now it does'nt. Jam, yes once it's open I keep it in the fridge, same with Ketchup once it's opened. |
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 18, 2013 6:18:01 GMT
Good idea to change the title Rosefriend. I did'nt realise nothing should be near apples. I'd never keep potatoes in the fridge but keep them in a cool dark place. I do keep bread in the fridge, it used to go off after a couple of days when I kept it in the kitchen cupboard and now it does'nt. Jam, yes once it's open I keep it in the fridge, same with Ketchup once it's opened. Apples - yes it is the ethylene gas thing again - apples are one of the worst. Put some other fruit next to apples and they are overripe incredible quickly - that is why putting unripe tomatoes with apples and bananas helps to ripen them quickly.. Bread - nope don't put that in the fridge but I tend to freeze bread in small amounts so that it is always fresh and lasts just a couple of days... Jam - nope as again I buy in small quantities. Sauces I tend to... I would love to have room for one of those American type fridges - the huge ones - ours isn't very big and some things do have to stay out. RF |
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 18, 2013 8:29:38 GMT
Yes you see my fridge is'nt American although Ruth has one and it's great for anyone with a small family. Mine does for me grand and is a fair size although it's amazing how much room things can take in the freezer.
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Post by Auricula on Dec 18, 2013 9:32:40 GMT
I too keep most things in the fridge. My eggs are always kept in the fridge door...so...if I contract salmonella, you'll know why  |
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 18, 2013 10:25:25 GMT
Well Auricula I suppose that is normal as most fridges have an "egg box" thingy in the door, don't they.. I think mine did but I binned it and used the room for something else... RF |
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 18, 2013 13:35:09 GMT
Well Auricula I suppose that is normal as most fridges have an "egg box" thingy in the door, don't they.. I think mine did but I binned it and used the room for something else... RF From what I've read, the little storage rack in the door of the fridge is the worst place to keep eggs. The temperature fluctuates there every time the door is opened and this they say increases the chances of the eggs going off. |
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Post by isabella on Dec 18, 2013 20:15:33 GMT
I keep my eggs in their box just under the bottom shelf in my fridge. Opened jars go in the fridge.I keep some veggies in the fridge - lettuce,broccoli,beans,mushrooms etc. but not tomatoes or cucumber.
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Post by Barbara on Dec 19, 2013 8:41:55 GMT
A man at the allotments told me cucs stay fresher for longer if wrapped in newspaper.
If you put potatoes in the fridge the starch turns to sugar.
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Post by Ladygardener on Dec 19, 2013 8:50:37 GMT
A man at the allotments told me cucs stay fresher for longer if wrapped in newspaper. If you put potatoes in the fridge the starch turns to sugar. No need to try to grow sweet potatoes then Barbara. |
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Post by Missredhead on Dec 24, 2013 22:24:06 GMT
I keep everything in the fridge..even apples as I like them cold and crisp.
Cues, toms spuds and veg go in the bottom drawer in the fridge and eggs are kept in the box anywhere where there is room. I'd love a huge fridge but havent the room...
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Post by Deleted on Dec 25, 2013 14:08:16 GMT
we've always kept our eggs in the fridge..but then again,we don't eat eggs that often.so it pays to keep them there..I've heard that you can coat them in mineral oil.and keep them in the storm cellar or basement,and they'll keep for some where around 9 months that way..[/..
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Post by Rosefriend on Dec 27, 2013 8:21:58 GMT
we've always kept our eggs in the fridge..but then again,we don't eat eggs that often.so it pays to keep them there..I've heard that you can coat them in mineral oil.and keep them in the storm cellar or basement,and they'll keep for some where around 9 months that way... Not sure that I fancy that @jimle - I thought egg shells were porous - if so, won't the eggs take on the smell/taste of the oil?? Did find this though about keeping in the fridge or not.. ...because of the differences in hen vaccination policies, Americans are advised to store their eggs in the fridge, but Britons can rest assured that whichever storage method they choose is completely safe.RF |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 27, 2013 17:23:44 GMT
i've heard that their porous as well..(but),i've learned in a different forum that some people there do that them self's when it comes to mineral oil..mainly one of them..they have thier own chickens in which they collect the eggs.they start selling the eggs in Febuary or march i think.then stop selling in late August.that's when they start saving eggs for the winter and/or what ever..
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