Safe Egg-Handling Tips
To reduce the risk of foodborne illness:
- Refrigerate eggs promptly.
- Wash your hands after handling raw eggs.
- Clean surfaces and utensils that come into contact with raw egg.
- Cook eggs thoroughly, especially for people at higher risk of foodborne illness.
The Bottom Line
A red spot in an egg yolk is usually just a harmless blood spot caused during the egg’s formation. It doesn’t mean the egg is spoiled or fertilized, and it doesn’t mean you need to throw away the rest of the carton.
If the egg smells fresh and looks normal otherwise, you can simply remove the spot if you prefer and cook the egg as usual. Only discard the eg
