Clever Egg Hacks For A Fuss-Free And Healthy Start To Every Day

Hard-boiled, poached, scrambled, over-easy — the list goes on, and it's proof that eggs are among some of the most beloved foods out there. But the problem is, most people don’t know the best ways to cook 'em. Until now, that is! From healthier and easier ways to rustle up a poachie to unusual egg recipes you've probably never heard of, we have all the hacks, tricks, and tips you need to get cracking in the kitchen. And while some of these egg hacks are a little unconventional, you’ll be thanking us later.

Make peeling effortless

Hard-boiled eggs are fun to eat but not to prepare. But fear not, Alton Brown has a handy hack for just that — ever tried a baked egg? According to the celebrity chef, placing uncooked eggs in a muffin tray and baking them for 30 minutes before transferring them to an ice bath will give you easy peelers in three simple steps. What's not to love?

The float test

Egg shells are great — they save us from a goopy mess. The one downside is that it can be tricky to tell if your eggs are still good to eat. Luckily, you can test the freshness of an egg by dunking it in a cup of water. If it's still good, it will sink to the bottom. If it floats to the top, then it's time to toss it out.

Don't waste the white

Did you know that egg whites contain more than half of the protein in an entire egg? What's more, the whites are low in calories, fat, and cholesterol, making them a healthier alternative to the yellow yolks. So, next time a recipe calls for yolks only — make sure to reserve the whites in an air-tight container. They can then be kept in the fridge for four days or in the freezer for up to six months. Egg white omelet, anyone?

Retrieve egg shell with ease

Accidentally drop a piece of eggshell into your bowl? No problem! There are two fail-safe tricks for fishing out the offending shell without batting an eyelid. First up — simply wet one of your fingers with water and gently touch the shell shard. It will easily stick to your finger. If egg goop grosses you out, try using the main part of the eggshell like an egg cup. The shard should be attracted the other shell and be out of your bowl in no time.