Fill a bowl or glass with enough cold water to completely cover the egg
Gently place the egg into the water. Check the egg position:
- Sinks and lies flat: The egg is very fresh.
- Sinks but stands upright: The egg is older, but still likely good to use. It’s best to use these soon or hard-cook them.
- Floats to the top: The egg is too old and should be discarded.