This method is known as “water glassing” eggs. Preserving eggs in this fashion allows farm-fresh eggs to be preserved whole in their rawest form, shell and all. Water glassing eggs allows the eggs to be consumed as if they were collected that same day.

Does water glassing eggs work?

Water glassing is a long-standing historical method that has been used for centuries to keep eggs fresh. It is very easy and very effective! ... Using this method you can easily store your eggs during the winter. In fact, you can store your eggs for up to two years without refrigeration!

How does hydrated lime preserve eggs?

Fill a clean jar with the eggs, and then pour the lime-water solution over the eggs. Be sure that the eggs are completely submerged and then cap up the jar. Cap up the jar, and store in a cool place, like a basement, pantry, or cool closet on the north side of the house.