On 8/8/2013 6:27 AM, MaryL wrote:
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> wrote in message ...
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> I have a dozen eggs which I bought and never used. Carton says "Best by
> July 13,
> 2013". They've been well refrigerated as my ice box is very cold. Should
> I toss
> them?
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> I frequently use eggs that have passed their "best by" date, and I have
> never noticed a difference in taste. In fact, it's easier to remove
> shells from hard-boiled eggs if they are not really fresh. If I am
> concerned about whether the eggs may actually be spoiled, I place them
> (one at a time--not the entire carton) in a bowl of cold water. If the
> egg floats--discard it.
>
> MaryL
>
Or as someone else mentioned, crack one open into a bowl. You'll know
if they're spoiled or not!

Jill