Because eggs are a perishable food, they require special care. Visit our frequently asked questions page. When eggs are stored on the door, they are exposed to temperature fluctuations each time the door is opened. Discard, or do not buy, cracked eggs.
Cracks allow germs to enter the egg.
Wash hands and cooking utensils with soap and hot water after contact with raw eggs. Avoid eating raw eggs or recipes that contain raw eggs. Refrigerate leftovers at once in shallow containers that allow quick cooling. When refrigerating large quantities of egg-containing food, use several smaller, shallow containers.