Storing eggs safely
Storing eggs safely helps to make sure the bacteria from the eggs and eggshells do not spread.
Here are some tips to help you store your eggs safely:
Store eggs in a cool, dry place, ideally in the fridge. Eggs need to be stored at a constant temperate below 20C and in most domestic kitchens, the fridge is the best place to keep them.
Store eggs away from other foods. It's a good idea to use your fridge's egg tray, if you have one, because this helps to keep eggs separate.
Eat dishes containing eggs as soon as possible after you've prepared them. If you're not planning to eat them straight away, cool them quickly and then keep them in the fridge for up to two days. Cakes can safely be stored somewhere cool and dry as long as they don’t contain any additions such as custard or cream.
If you have a hard-boiled egg that you want to keep in the fridge, don't leave it more than 2-3 days.