Q: What size eggs are used in most baking recipes?

A: The vast majority of recipes use large eggs.

Q: Can I use a different size egg than the recipe calls for?

A: You can, but the end product may be different than what was developed, tasted, and tested.

Q: I forgot to get my eggs to room temperature before I started baking, do I have to wait?

A: Yes, but not long. Just put them in a bowl of warm water for 5 minutes and they’ll get to about the right temperature.

Q: What’s the best way to separate eggs?

A: Like so many things, there is no best way. There are just different ways. Passing the egg back and forth between a broken egg shell is not preferred because it may get contamination from the outside of the shell. An egg separator is a good, safe, though fussy, way to separate the whites and yolks. As long as you don’t mind the feel of raw eggs and your hands are clean, separating them through a cupped and slightly opened hand is fine.

Q: I’ve heard it’s easier to separate cold eggs, is this true?

A: Yes.

Q: I have a bunch of raw egg whites left over. What can I do with them?

A: There are a number of things you can do with them.

They can be stored in the fridge for about 3 days.

They freeze really well. They will keep in the freezer for about 1 year.

If you are trying to cut some of the fat out of cookies it’s usually fairly safe that you can substitute one-third of your whole eggs with egg whites and not have a big, negative effect on the final quality.

Make meringue cookies or a meringue-topped pie.

Q: Can I store unbroken egg yolks?

A: They can be covered in water and tightly covered. They can stay in the fridge for about two days.

Q: I broke too many eggs. Now what?

A: They can be lightly whisked and stored in a well sealed container in the freezer for about 1 year.

REFRIGERATED EGG PRODUCT

Q: What is refrigerated egg product?

A: It’s, essentially, egg whites and coloring.

Q: Why would I use egg product?

A: If you are watching your fat and cholesterol these are fat-free products.

Q: How would I use egg product?

A: Follow package directions. The manufacturer is the expert on their use.