What does the “Best Before” date on the egg carton mean?
When buying eggs, be sure to check the “Best Before” date on the carton. A “Best Before” date is required by Federal regulation if the shelf life of a food is less than 90 days. The date indicates the time the eggs will maintain Grade A quality, if stored properly. It is normally 28 to 35 days from the date of packing. If you use them after that date, they are better for baking, hard-cooking or scrambling rather than poaching or frying.
