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Don't put all of your eggs in one basket. Water glass them instead!
How many of us remember supply shortages of 2020? The toilet paper, paper towels, sanitation wipes.
Then there was another common item shortage... EGGS! It seemed no matter the big box store, eggs were often out of stock, and if you were lucky enough to find some, their prices were noticeably inflated. Now in 2022 with an even more unstable supply chain, eggs are once again becoming a scarcity in almost every store. It is only expected that panic buying will likely happen again and eggs will be a rare find.
Many items can be stockpiled, however eggs are one of those items that are known for a shorter shelf life. But what if there were ways to extend the shelf life of eggs, by months, and without refrigeration?
There are a variety of ways you can preserve and extend the shelf life of eggs, including drying, freezing, using mineral oil, or storing in salt or wood ash. But have you ever heard of water glassing? Many people have not, and it is only recently that the phrase is starting to become more common in conversation. But did you know that water glassing actually began back in the early 1800’s 1, long before refrigeration and other modern forms of preservation?
Yes, you read that right... Egg storage that does not require to be kept cold. You can store them in a glass for smaller storage, or a food-grade bucket for larger storage 2. It is also a great opportunity to get to know your local businesses and egg farmers, support local businesses, and build your local community.
Do, however, take precaution. Not just any eggs can be water glassed, and not all types of pickling lime are appropriate for egg preservation. Please be sure to read the articles below thoroughly to make sure you practice this technique responsibly. Once you know exactly how to do the process, then it is happy and self-reliant water glassing!
Think ahead, plan ahead, be ahead. Avoid being part of the panic-buying crowd.
Read more great information with tips from the "Ask a Prepper How To' website. https://www.askaprepper.com/how-to-preserve-eggs-with-lime-water/
Check out this 5 minute video below to learn "How to Water Glass Eggs for Long Term Storage" from the folks at Heart of the Homestead.
McCoy, D. (27 Nov 2022). Water Glassing Eggs for Long Term Egg Preservation, Retrieved Dec 20, 2022: https://www.therusticelk.com/water-glassing-eggs/
Accetta-Scott, A. (8 Jun 2022). Water Glassing Eggs for Long Term Storage, Retrieved Dec 20, 2022: https://backyardpoultry.iamcountryside.com/eggs-meat/water-glassing-eggs-for-long-term-storage/