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Nana’s Simple Trick for Testing Egg Freshness
Nana’s trick for testing egg freshness is delightfully simple and requires no special equipment—just a bowl of water. This age-old method involves placing the egg in water and observing its behavior. The insight behind this technique lies in the natural changes that occur inside an egg over time. As eggs age, the small air pocket inside them grows larger. This change can be detected easily using the water test.
Step-by-Step Guide to Nana’s Egg Freshness Test
Step-by-Step Guide to Nana’s Egg Freshness Test
Here’s how you can perform Nana’s egg freshness test at home:
Fill a bowl with cold water, ensuring it’s deep enough to completely submerge an egg.
Gently place the egg in the bowl of water.
Observe the position of the egg:
If it sinks to the bottom and lays flat on its side, it is very fresh.
If it sinks but stands upright on the bottom, it is still safe to eat but not as fresh and should be used soon.
If it floats to the top, it is no longer fresh and should be discarded.
This simple check can be done in seconds and provides a clear indication of your egg’s freshness.
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