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Every farm kitchen needs farm fresh eggs, and mine is no exception. That is why when my husband suggested getting chickens shortly after we got married, I jumped at the opportunity. However, with that opportunity came a world of questions. Where will we get chickens? How will we find a chicken coop. For more on that check out my “Chicken Coop DIY” post here! For today though, we are chatting eggs, so let’s get to it!
Where can I find farm fresh eggs if I don’t have chickens?
Obviously if you live rurally, finding farm fresh eggs is going to be a little easier for you. Most farmsteads have chickens, and if you can form a relationship with the farmer you’ll have eggs in no time! If this doesn’t feel like the route for you, check out some local market type stores or farmer’s market. Farmers with plenty of chickens will have plenty eggs and they are always looking for outlets for them, and farmer’s markets are one of the best places to search for them.
If you don’t live in a rural area, the egg hunt may be a little trickier, but don’t count yourself out yet. Even large cities have farmer’s markets, but if you don’t love that idea, check out Fresh Egg Co! Fresh Egg Co eggs are raised on a farm in the heartland of Indiana. They say, “It’s like having your own flock of hens, except we do all of the work!”
Do farm fresh eggs need to be refrigerated?
Fresh, unwashed eggs are covered with a protective coating called bloom. It covers the egg just before it is laid and dries immediately after the hen lays it. The bloom covers the pores of the egg sealing out bacteria and outside air. If your eggs are unwashed and still covered with the protective bloom there is no need to refrigerate them. Fresh, unwashed eggs can be left out on the counter for up to a month.
If you’ve been raised on grocery store eggs, this concept seems crazy and potentially dangerous. However, it is not only safe, it is commonplace in European countries. In Europe, commercial eggs are left unwashed and still covered with the bloom coating.
Looking for some tasty egg recipes to try?
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