🍳 Water Glass Eggs & The Truth About Them 🍳

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  • @appalachiashomesteadwithpatara
    @appalachiashomesteadwithpatara  ปีที่แล้ว +44

    💥 HOW to Water Glass Eggs HERE: th-cam.com/video/Lr0fR6yRoZM/w-d-xo.html

    • @bittylovin7973
      @bittylovin7973 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you so much Patara!!! Can we do this with grocery store eggs

    • @AlleyCat-1
      @AlleyCat-1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@bittylovin7973 I don't think we can because store bought eggs have washed, so the protective covering have been cleaned off & you need that on there.

    • @potpourrioflife
      @potpourrioflife ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@bittylovin7973 No, it is best to either freeze dry, dehydrate or simply freeze in the freezer.

    • @bittylovin7973
      @bittylovin7973 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @potpourrioflife how do you freeze eggs? I think I saw someone literally put them in ice trays? Buy not sure do I scramble them just Crack and add to it?? So many questions

    • @rosehippyguy3402
      @rosehippyguy3402 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow is that your son or daughter?

  • @vancouvervixen4253
    @vancouvervixen4253 ปีที่แล้ว +267

    I just ate eggs this morning that I glassed in June. They were perfect. One thing I do that NO ONE ELSE suggests: about 1 month in, I transfer every egg to a new container with new solution. I check for cracks at that time and this has the added benefit of restacking so the older ones are on top. If they’re going to break they will have done so by then. The others can be rinsed and put in new solution in a new jar and they’re good to go. Also, DONT MOVE your containers unless you have to once they’re good to go!
    Edit: I use 1 gallon jars from azure standard. Don’t do it in the huge jars.

    • @Trish....
      @Trish.... ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Such great advice! Thank you! I even took a screenshot:)

    • @fancythat5136
      @fancythat5136 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Great advice! TY!

    • @puppylover8991
      @puppylover8991 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks for this! I haven't done this yet but your explanation is great advice

    • @theaerogardenhomestead
      @theaerogardenhomestead ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I'm curious about this, as rinsing the eggs would remove some of the protective bloom would it not? I could see doing an inspection and straight transfer into new solution, makes sense, but the rinsing seems counter intuitive.

    • @cbass2755
      @cbass2755 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That makes sense! Thank you

  • @janetjones7880
    @janetjones7880 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    water glassing for 5 yrs. rarely find a cracked one - one of my hens lays a thin shell so I don;t put hers in. Got to be careful with them - use mine mainly for baking - use fresh solution every time

    • @deborahharvey854
      @deborahharvey854 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      is it safe to throw out old solution?

    • @janetjones7880
      @janetjones7880 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@deborahharvey854 it;s just lime -diluted. wouldn't pour on any plants but out in yard

    • @The-Hillside-Garden
      @The-Hillside-Garden ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Youcan pour it into the beds where you intend to plant your brassica crops

  • @vickyjohnson1121
    @vickyjohnson1121 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Ive eaten water glass eggs since i had my first taste of egg long before i was a year old. I will continue to water glass. The crocks are kept in a dirt cellar under the house as they have been been for 72 years. I think a lot depends on the water used.

  • @dreshomestead3333
    @dreshomestead3333 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I love how James always looks so serious. Except when he looks at you. His eyes light up. Love your videos!!!

  • @michelegonzales7345
    @michelegonzales7345 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I use 1/2 gallon jars - just because of the weight. Not only egg-on-egg weight, but also carrying the jars up and down the basement stairs. If I drop a jar, I'm only out 14 eggs and a jar.

  • @kennethmitchell2785
    @kennethmitchell2785 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I’m by no means an expert but for those that may be thinking about doing this. You don’t wash the eggs first. Leave the bloom on. And candle the eggs to see if there are any cracks in the shell that aren’t obvious to the eye. And I believe a cool place is ideal. So keep under the counter rather than up top

    • @kenharrison3364
      @kenharrison3364 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Didn’t know about candling them prior to doing this, THANKS!

    • @laurenbrady1976
      @laurenbrady1976 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I never thought of candling them, will try that. I also think a dark cool place is best for storing

    • @notchamama7571
      @notchamama7571 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank for the candling tip! I hadn’t thought about checking for cracks. Will that also work on thicker shelled eggs, like quail?

  • @justmecinnamon
    @justmecinnamon ปีที่แล้ว +174

    If you are concerned about your glass eggs, do the float test. This will tell you if they are good or not

    • @carlabuggs1238
      @carlabuggs1238 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I totally use the float method!

    • @lilolmecj
      @lilolmecj ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I always crack every egg into a small bowl before I put them into whatever I am cooking. But if I have any question I float first.

    • @monamatson1781
      @monamatson1781 ปีที่แล้ว

      I tried my first batch that was from 8/21. They didn’t float. The yolks were runny. They don’t smell. I just am a little worried.

    • @the_luminary
      @the_luminary 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Whats the "Float Test" exactly?

  • @edbenjamin5136
    @edbenjamin5136 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My mother grew up in the Depression (ice box era) and her family water glassed. It was really meant as a way to preserver over the winter until laying started again.

  • @JesusNameHomeMinistries
    @JesusNameHomeMinistries ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Saw one person say to use a flashlight to check for hairline cracks on the eggs before water glassing them.

  • @KitchenWitch423
    @KitchenWitch423 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Thanking your son for his input too. It’s not easy to get on camera and we appreciate you Gabriel! (The mom in me can’t help but yell “good job!”) Lol.

  • @vickiwestlund1837
    @vickiwestlund1837 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    There’s also dehydrating, freezing and freeze drying! I love it- don’t put all your eggs in one basket

    • @Trid2bnrml1
      @Trid2bnrml1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I crack a fresh egg into one of those half-sized "snack" baggies. I push as much air out as I can before I zip it closed. I put 12 0f those in a gallon ziplock, then into a thin cardboard box in my freezer. When I use them I let them sit on the counter for 5 mins before tossing them into whatever I'm doing. Perfect eggs every time, so far.

  • @MimsysGarden
    @MimsysGarden ปีที่แล้ว +51

    When I water glass, I use them for baking or scrambling. If one cracks in the batch- I pull the good ones out of the solution, rinse and put in fresh lime water. The bad egg and the discolored lime, I dilute & pour into the garden or potted plants. No waste, no worries! 💚

    • @annettehill4490
      @annettehill4490 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I did not think u could wSh them?

    • @MimsysGarden
      @MimsysGarden ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@annettehill4490 it’s not a wash just a rinse

    • @carlabuggs1238
      @carlabuggs1238 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I never even thought of using the solution in the garden!! Wonderful idea!!

  • @Leah.Clements
    @Leah.Clements ปีที่แล้ว +23

    It's nice to see Gabe again. My husband brought me one egg yesterday from the chicken house I was so excited. I bought an 18 count the other day the price was 7. 80 see why I was so happy about that one 🥚 🐣 egg.

  • @e357magnum
    @e357magnum ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've raised chickens for 58 years. I've been cooking for about 56 years. One thing I learned from my Grandma was to always break each egg seperately into a small bowl before combining either with other eggs or into baking or cooking. This prevent having to toss a whole batch of anything. I cannot recommend this strongly enough. It takes a few seconds more. But so worth it.
    Since I have ducks, guineas and chickens, I also candle my eggs before I rinse them to use them. I do not wash or rinse them until I use them. Nor do I refrigerate my eggs and they last for months.

  • @maryjurgens6120
    @maryjurgens6120 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    I tried water glassing for the first time. I did mine in July and have used most up already. I noticed that the yolks tend to break into the whites so I use them in baking and scrambled eggs. Would definitely do it again this coming summer.

    • @appalachiashomesteadwithpatara
      @appalachiashomesteadwithpatara  ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @maryjurgens6120
      @maryjurgens6120 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@appalachiashomesteadwithpatara thanks for the suggestion of using smaller batches. I’m definitely going to do that next time.

  • @muddymomma369
    @muddymomma369 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I GREATLY APPRECIATE THESE VIDEOS AND LEARN SO MUCH! THANK YOU GABRIEL, PATARA AND JAMES!
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  • @mayhembeading3737
    @mayhembeading3737 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    This is a perfect example of diversification of assets and supplies, and the need for such. Thank you Patara.

    • @faelwolf1177
      @faelwolf1177 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      You mean don't put all your eggs in one basket? :)

  • @NaturalLivingHomesteader
    @NaturalLivingHomesteader ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Thanks, Patera, for showing us the good, the bad, and the ugly!! I water glassed my 1st batch about a month ago because I kept seeing your's on your counter and thought I might as well give it a try. My hens are young and started laying in November, so I do have plenty of eggs, but I still thought I'd give it a try so I would know for next year. I was fearful about the weight and about losing to me eggs, so I put mine in a 1/2 gallon jar. Think I will continue to do that. Thank you so much for all you do for us! God bless you girl!

  • @Granefran
    @Granefran ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I so enjoy watching you. I don't have a farm, but no matter. If things had been different in my life, maybe I could have lived on a small farm. No matter, I learn from you. And, you are never too old to learn. ♥️🙏😊

  • @kerriskitchen4747
    @kerriskitchen4747 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I do a float test before breaking them open, then do a smell test. I also keep mine in well washed plastic coffee can, usually holds just about 2 doz eggs.

    • @cindyhowarth7208
      @cindyhowarth7208 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’m surprised the plastic works, because most videos I’ve watched on it advise you to only use glass. Unless that’s because of the chemicals from the plastic leeching into the eggs.

    • @kerriskitchen4747
      @kerriskitchen4747 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@cindyhowarth7208 I've had no issues with them. And I've been using them for 3 years

    • @CherokeeWarriorWoman
      @CherokeeWarriorWoman ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@kerriskitchen4747 I use icecream pails. They are food safe so no issues with mine either.

    • @cynthiabourgeois5254
      @cynthiabourgeois5254 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@cindyhowarth7208 her coffee can is a food safe plastic since a food/drink product was in it .. any plastic containers that had food products in them could be used as well.

    • @trishapomeroy9251
      @trishapomeroy9251 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Great idea! That's a perfect size.

  • @Linda-fg2rz
    @Linda-fg2rz ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Patara the lessons you provide us are priceless 👊🥰🙏

  • @bridgetswan1774
    @bridgetswan1774 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    My Grandma was raised on a chicken farm. They raised 700 plus chickens. She told me that they used to water glass their eggs and that they would be fine but the yolks would often break. My hens have not been laying for the last several months except for a couple that free range. I've had that issue with the feed that you're talking about. Great video!

  • @michaelschneider9710
    @michaelschneider9710 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    I am of Bavarian heritage and like beet-picked hardboiled eggs. They last for years; you can add eggs to vinegar/beet pickling solution over time. I can bake with flaxseed instead of eggs with no problem.

    • @ashleynoelle7429
      @ashleynoelle7429 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Nutritionally, flaxseeds are inferior to eggs.

    • @michaelschneider9710
      @michaelschneider9710 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      @@ashleynoelle7429 I would agree, but if you don't have eggs to bake with, they do the job.

    • @michellebarnhill5130
      @michellebarnhill5130 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Also worth mentioning that flax seed lowers cholesterol, while eggs add to cholesterol levels.

    • @abcayers3602
      @abcayers3602 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@michaelschneider9710 do you process your beet pickled eggs in any way to store for long term storage?

    • @elfmom52
      @elfmom52 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      On my chia seed pkg it says they can be used for egg replacement also.

  • @jeniferyeadon2955
    @jeniferyeadon2955 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I haven’t gone into my water glasses ones yet, but I had an egg crack in one. I saw it go cloudy and dumped it, but it was a gallon jar completely gone. My thought then was I think I’m only going in smaller batches. Honestly we have enough chickens we don’t need to water glass, but I think there is a very important lesson in learning to preserve whatever you can and learning what works best for you in case you ever truely needed to do it. In normal day to day I don’t need to, but I will continue to do a few small batches to preserve the knowledge.

  • @matthewsmom010902
    @matthewsmom010902 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Love it!! “Don’t put your eggs in one basket” Maybe that’s where that came from! Thanks sis for another great video ❤

  • @robertstwalley3662
    @robertstwalley3662 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Thanks for the info, FYI; if you want extra fluffy eggs, a little restaurant trick is to add a little water to you eggs when you scramble(max 2tsp per egg), NOT milk, milk may taste better to some, but a little water when you are scrambling will make a fluffier egg. We always did this for omelets not scrambled eggs for the plate.

  • @cluckieschickens
    @cluckieschickens ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I've water glassed my eggs for 3 years. Just like fresh. The yokes may not be as stiff the older they get, so I just use them scrambled or omlette. If they crack in there, just throw that one out.

  • @melissaingle1746
    @melissaingle1746 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My son just last night gave me a five gallon bucket with 10 dozen eggs that he put in on 1/28/21. So far they are all perfect . He kept then in his dark cold basement. I am going to freeze dry them now. Did not have freeze drier back 2 years ago. So thankful to have both options to preserv

  • @cynthiawilkinson7144
    @cynthiawilkinson7144 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I crack my individually and smell them. If I don't like the way they smell, I through them out. I mainly use them for baking. I love when Gabriel is in your videos 😁

  • @gwright3926
    @gwright3926 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Don't toss them. I crack them and put the shells and all in my holes when I plant tomatoes and peppers. Seems to work pretty well.
    Also the batch we lost was because of a small stress crack we missed when we started them.

    • @laurenbrady1976
      @laurenbrady1976 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I always keep egg shells for the garden. Great tip!!

  • @growjoyfullyhomestead
    @growjoyfullyhomestead ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Adorable cookie jar!! A tribute to miss Belle!❤️

  • @SuziQ..
    @SuziQ.. ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I started water glassing my eggs in September 2022 in half gallon jars. 15-19 eggs per half gallon. I stored them in cool dark place. I’ve started using them now. So far everything is ok. I don’t reuse the water.

  • @darlenearrington3145
    @darlenearrington3145 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have always believed that you give us ONLY the facts, that you KNOW, thank you for that! On another note, I'm soooo jealous of Gabriels great looking hair!

  • @AlternativeHomesteading
    @AlternativeHomesteading ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Thank you for the reminder. I checked mine now and many appeared to be "frozen" likely because they were in a location close to the ground. I opened them all and there was no odor at all and some actually looked like the usual opened eggs.

  • @jacquiedeseive3068
    @jacquiedeseive3068 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Yes! I appreciated this. We can all learn there may be failure in our well laid plans and prep. Keeps me humble when I realize I don't have control when an unforeseen circumstance occurs. This was a great example of going with what comes with the territory of homesteading skills. You're the best!🌼❇️🌼❇️♥️

  • @cherokeepurple4480
    @cherokeepurple4480 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I water glassed my eggs in Summer of 2021 in a 5 gallon bucket and got no breakages. But I never moved the bucket and just took what I needed at the time. This past summer, I used a 2 gallon bucket and tried moving it out of necessity. I got 10 breakages so I ended up blending and freezing the rest. Lesson I learned? Leave your water glassed eggs in a permanent spot and don’t agitate them. The slightest pressure from the walls of your container and each other will break them. Also, water glassed yolks break easily so you may not be able to separate yolks from whites.

  • @arleneoliver9261
    @arleneoliver9261 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I totally agree with your assessment. Last year I was so zealous about water glassing. I lost a 5 gallon bucket of eggs. I had to lift and move the bucket which I guess cracked the eggs... thus they spoiled. Those eggs glassed for about 18 months.
    After that experience I down-sized to a 2 gallon container. I found one cracked egg, no smell, water was not gray and my extra sensitive smeller unit (husband) LOL He taste tested the eggs. They were great!
    Now with our new hens we are collecting 12-14 eggs each day. Aside from giving eggs away to friends, I started a smaller 1 gallon container for glassing. I'll label them and use those eggs sooner than previously stated. I will start using the oldest batch as soon as production slows down.

  • @2Nu
    @2Nu ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for this most helpful and informative segment. I'm a recent subscriber who is looking to acquire more (exurb) homesteading skills and I find your demeanor and presentation style to be utterly guiless and charming. Keep up the good work!

  • @imperfectpairing2000
    @imperfectpairing2000 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Lol
    That look on his face was priceless.

  • @tmartinez9055
    @tmartinez9055 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I'm so glad you showed us your eggs. I'm going to stick with freezing or freeze dried eggs. Your the second person I watched that has had trouble of breakage. The other person said it stunk and a 5 gallon bucket full of eggs. I'm not risking that many eggs to be thrown out. I love my frozen eggs for baking and scrambled eggs.

  • @laurachutchison9604
    @laurachutchison9604 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I don't get to watch often but I love your channel. I didn't even know you could waterglass eggs until I watched one of your videos. Thank you for continuing to educate and inform us. Keep doing what you're doing. 🙂

  • @danilynn64
    @danilynn64 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Make sure to rinse the lime residue off the eggs before cracking open 😉

  • @etet4536
    @etet4536 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Great video, Patara. I love that James and Gabriel took part in the test as well. Our little homestead doesn't have enough chickens to warrant water glassing, but in the future we might, and I would definitely give it a try after watching this. It's so informative to know what could happen and how to mitigate a possible problem. Well done!

  • @maryfrey6177
    @maryfrey6177 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I prefer to put them in a silicone cupcake trays, use my stick blender to scramble them in the cup, cover and freeze then pop them out and put into freezer bags marked with the date.

    • @LittleOcasioHomestead
      @LittleOcasioHomestead ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm right there with you on that one! I'm baking brownies with my frozen eggs now☺️

    • @amberbusby7977
      @amberbusby7977 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How long do they last like this? Do you vacuum seal?

    • @maryfrey6177
      @maryfrey6177 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@amberbusby7977 a year at least, but I use them in the winter for baking or just scrambled eggs so no, I don't vacuum seal them or I wouldn't be able to get into the package to get them out when needed and with the cost of the vacuum bags these days, I same those for my meats that I bulk buy and break down to smaller portions.

    • @PattymacMakes
      @PattymacMakes ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I do the same thing using silicone baking trays. They look weird when they thaw but they bake fine. I have not tried them as scrambled eggs yet as I still have fresh to use. But I still like having some frozen too.

    • @buckeyejen1076
      @buckeyejen1076 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I’m going to try that method next time I get an abundance of eggs.

  • @sortathesame8701
    @sortathesame8701 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We only have room for a few chickens so I cannot risk losing them to experimentation, so I really appreciate that you are willing to take these risks and then be so honest about your results! I have learned so much from you and know I will be learning more in the future!

  • @tabp8448
    @tabp8448 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Just a thought.... could the bad batch be because it was exposed to light and heat as well? As with any food preservation, temperature and light exposure are contributing factors to spoilage.
    Thanks for the video Patara !

    • @carlabuggs1238
      @carlabuggs1238 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      IKR?!? I keep mine in our cellar.

  • @just_ducky_acres7561
    @just_ducky_acres7561 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    This was my 1st ever batch of waterglassed eggs (chicken, duck, quail), set in July. So far, perfect results. My goal was to have eggs if needed when my girls are on holiday. So far, most of my ducks are still laying every day (in CT); chicks, not. I give my flock scrambled eggs with spagetti 1-2 times a week to supplement their food along with sprouts every day. Both of these extras save me on pellet food. So, unless I am totally out of fresh eggs, my waterglass eggs will be used to feed my flock. That's a win in my mind. God Bless.

  • @pamelahawkins6361
    @pamelahawkins6361 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    James is really becoming a big part of the videos, you both are perfect for each other

  • @justmecinnamon
    @justmecinnamon ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have been glassing fresh eggs for 3 years. I have some 2 years. I keep them in a glass jar in a dark cool closet. I tested them 2 days ago and they are fine.

    • @GeorgiasGarden
      @GeorgiasGarden ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool dark place not disturbed seems to do best. Also I use them up between 6 and 12 months.

  • @sarahswindle3130
    @sarahswindle3130 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I water glassed last Summer. We have gone through most of them already I rinse them under warm water before cracking them to create a bit of temperature change. I had one crack while doing this. I figured that one was going bad so I got rid of it. I also found a couple with a hair line crack in them and cooked them for the dogs. Other than that they have been fabulous to have this winter. I crack one at a time in a small bowl and smell it before adding to the big bowl. I will be doing this again this summer. I also stored them under the counter and left them alone till we need to use them. If I were you I wouldn't just throw out the whole jar of eggs. I would check each one and cook the ones that seemed good and feed them back to the chickens.

  • @KoniB.
    @KoniB. ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Oh.... I love that concrete block comparison. Perfect sense. Now I know that you must "turn the eggs round" and check regularly. And Thank You for showing us the "learning curve". Need to know this too! I am starting glassing on March 1st, so glad of this knowing.

  • @amishatheart47
    @amishatheart47 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for the information. I was wondering how the eggs were as far as taste. My Great-Grandma use to do her eggs that way until the house go electrified in 1976. I don't recall ever having eggs at her house so I was wondering. Love your down to earth way of presenting things. You share both the successes and failures to let us know things don't always go according to plan.

  • @w.bevans5454
    @w.bevans5454 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mrs Patara, just wanted to say, I was watching a gemmology video today and saw this pretty young woman named Patara M--w talking about ammolite, and I kept thinking how she could have been your twin. I finally realized who she was and reversed the video until I saw her name. Lol no wonder she looked so much like our Patara! You haven’t changed much girl.

  • @durrdogg
    @durrdogg ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just water glasses two dozen in two jars this weekend. Trying everything I can to preserve. Thanks for the test!!!

  • @faithbuller4086
    @faithbuller4086 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a new flock of 7 for my backyard. They just started laying and I’m so excited. I usually buy organic layer 18% protein feed. The price has gone up so I will be checking other small towns around for family owned feed stores. God bless you and yours.

  • @cheryls3726
    @cheryls3726 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Was curious what the results would be. Thanks for doing this! Also, love the deer plate!!

  • @LindaASJ
    @LindaASJ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you said funky cold medina, I spit my water out!
    I’ve been buying freeze dried eggs

  • @kirstencox7801
    @kirstencox7801 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Great video! I have been curious about water glassing. I think smaller batches is the way to go!!!

  • @WhatDadIsUpTo
    @WhatDadIsUpTo 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    6:19 On Feed
    Chickens, for thousands of years, have THRIVED apart from commercial feed.
    My ENTIRE FLOCK gets1 cup of chopped corn twice a day. I do that ONLY to get an accurate head count.
    The rest of their diet comes from pasture grass, wild seed and bugs. I do provide fresh, clean water in several locations.
    They lay year round (under led lights in Winter).

  • @barbscott4341
    @barbscott4341 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for the update. I will try it this year with duck eggs. Duck eggs are THE BEST for baking.

  • @tammymann6292
    @tammymann6292 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watch Townsends all the time! Love both of your channels. Jon actually mentioned you in one of his videos a week or so ago! :)

  • @sharonbrown2352
    @sharonbrown2352 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My girls are coming back as well. I honestly feel like the freeze dried eggs are the best for us. They taste like fresh scrambled farm eggs. If I didn't have the freeze dryer I'd go with water glassing eggs. Glad to have this information.

    • @donnamartz6361
      @donnamartz6361 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you purchased freeze dried eggs? I am just considering getting a few hens. I am curious about dehydrated eggs and other options.

  • @mackenzieshelleyleejohnsto9744
    @mackenzieshelleyleejohnsto9744 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gabe looks just like his Daddy! excellent video Patara thank you and happy greetings from Alberta Canada

  • @evermore4487
    @evermore4487 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I plan on water glassing for the first time this summer. These videos are much appreciated.
    Thank you!
    * also a nice treat to see Gabriel.

  • @marysidle5132
    @marysidle5132 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Water glassing is something I am going to try this year. Also, some may want to try different pickling recipes with the eggs. There are a lot of recipes that are just delicious. Thank you Patara for another informative video!

  • @looneytooney35
    @looneytooney35 ปีที่แล้ว

    Girl, my girls got down to 1 egg a day for my 18 hens… my hubby rigged up some lights on a timer and after about 10 days we are now at a dozen a day… lighting is key! We are still using the same feed…😜

  • @67mysweet
    @67mysweet ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Yes Patera, My egg production has slowed too, but its been chilly, its ok, my girls can do what ever makes them happy. Was only getting 2 to 3 eggs out of 6 hens, but noticed a got 4 the other day. Just depends what the weather is doing. Thanks for sharing!

  • @HueyBob24
    @HueyBob24 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I started doing water glassing right when you put out your videos, now I’ll go and check mine. I did put them in a cool dark cabinet so they wouldn’t be disturbed, excited to see the results.

  • @Jinjerbread317
    @Jinjerbread317 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had Black Copper Marans and Black Australorps. They laid all through the winter last year. They lay large brown eggs. Look them up. They are great all around.

  • @ammymorales1501
    @ammymorales1501 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Needs to be stored in a cool , dark place away from heat. We store in small buckets away from light and heat.. in 2 gallon buckets. The clear jars we never use

  • @donnakennell5111
    @donnakennell5111 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Things I've learned about water glassing eggs - my opinion only;
    1. Fresh, clean eggs, no more than 2 days out of the nest
    2. Use smaller containers, clear preferably, to visually see any changes (I used the big white plastic bucket,. It got heavy. Going smaller from now on)
    3. Store in a cool, dark room - OUT OF TRAVEL PATHS.
    4. Check at least monthly,, visually & use your nose. If the bucket stinks, ditch it & start over, better safe than sorry.
    5. When adding eggs to your container, use a spider style spoon to lower them in gently - easier than gloves IMO.
    6. Date the lid when you started (we ate from the bucket off & on, for 8 months, before "someone" kicked it causing breakage). * see note #3.
    9. ALWAYS crack each egg into a small bowl before adding to a recipe or pan.
    10. If in doubt throw it out (into the garden works).
    We liked them, the dogs liked them. Scrambled is best. Whisked easy for recipes. I still freeze whisked eggs in quantities of 3 & 6 as back up.

    • @utopicconfections5257
      @utopicconfections5257 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      very helpful check list....we waterglassed for the first time this year and followed these tips.

    • @Septemberwitch24
      @Septemberwitch24 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 👍🏻‼️

    • @laurenj.5312
      @laurenj.5312 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've been freezing whisked eggs for 8 years. I will continue but wanted to lime some this spring.

    • @helen4652
      @helen4652 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@laurenj.5312 how long can whisked eggs be frozen? Do you use freezer bags?

  • @abudhabig0ld
    @abudhabig0ld 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I learned something today, I didn't think the air pocket would continue to enlarge but looking at the eggs you opened that is the case and I usually feed those to the dog. I thought the air wasn't entering into the eggshell and breaking down the egg itself because it was submerged but that is not the case. Silly me, I thought the eggs would look like they just came from the coop and you could cook them sunny side up or poached, surprise! Thank you for enlightening me, I really appreciate that. I've seen many how-to water glass but nobody ever goes the distance like you did, thank you so much, now I know what to expect when I crack my eggs open.

  • @rodversch6290
    @rodversch6290 ปีที่แล้ว

    My chickens lay 365 days a year. They have never stopped once starting even during molting. Temps have been from -20 to 120 with no changes.

  • @timothy4664
    @timothy4664 ปีที่แล้ว

    I appreciate you pointing out failures in your storage. It demonstrates honesty. Listening to others, one would think water glassing is a perfect solution. It's not. The only truth here is that it was the only viable method during the 19th century.
    I am not being entirely dismissive. I understand why some might opt to utilize that preservation technique today due to need and volume of egg harvest. I couldn't.

  • @ajssimplelife531
    @ajssimplelife531 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you so much for doing this update! I water glassed eggs last spring and noticed one was cracked in the jar and wasn’t sure what to do with the others. Always learning from your channel!!

  • @StephenJelinek
    @StephenJelinek ปีที่แล้ว

    I dehydrated 5 dozen of my farm fresh eggs. Planning on taking them with me onto the Appalachian trail with me.

  • @householdsix1307
    @householdsix1307 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Waterglassed for the first time. They were fine in scrambling, baking. The whites were watery. Had one that had a crack, just threw it out. Otherwise they worked fine. I used 2 gal buckets and put 5 dozen each. Kept them in my pantry.

  • @buckeyejen1076
    @buckeyejen1076 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I loved this video. I have learned so much from you. Great to see James and Gabriel. Thank you for all you do!

  • @paularobinson2352
    @paularobinson2352 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I waterglassed my eggs right after watching your video last year. Tested them out & all were fine. I do 1/2 gallon jars, which holds about 18 eggs.

  • @debbiejohnson5425
    @debbiejohnson5425 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've never water glassed eggs before. I am new to chicken keeping and am expecting my hens to start laying in the next month or two. I really appreciate your demonstration with ruined eggs and all. It makes me feel more confident in trying my own when needed. I also live in Tennessee and have get the same weather conditions for my flock. Thank you so much for all you do and share.

    • @ameliahamilton8637
      @ameliahamilton8637 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It'll be spring. Young chickens either start laying in fall and then lay lightly thru the winter, or they wait til spring. I bet April. Enjoy!

    • @Letthem444
      @Letthem444 ปีที่แล้ว

      New chicken owner here too! Got mine early Sept. And they started laying beginning of Jan! And I'll tellya, it's so exciting walking into the coop to see those little treasures every day! Love my girls!!

  • @juliehenderson9539
    @juliehenderson9539 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, first time to see one of your children. Such a handsome man.
    That cold snap made my chickens stop laying. Since then my neighbor has been letting his 6 mastiffs loose at night to terrorize my chickens. No eggs. I guess when I can no longer afford to buy any ( which taste like crap... store bought that is) I'll just come back and enjoy watching you all eat them. ❤ Lol.

  • @mrsc5053
    @mrsc5053 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I did two half gallon jars this year to test it, and I would absolutely never do containers bigger than that. Had one egg crack in one jar and it was so easy to deal with.

  • @cherokeedancer8448
    @cherokeedancer8448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have water glassed for a few years. Only had one bucket that went bad due to a busted egg. My fault, put too many layers in, lesson learned. Smaller buckets/gallon jars. Did find my blue eggs were the culprit on the bottom. They lay thinner shell eggs.
    Water glass are great for baking/cooking. Use the fresh for scrambled/ eyeball eggs (as my kids called them😂)
    Everyone should do what's best for them.

  • @cntrygrlTawanna
    @cntrygrlTawanna ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Side bar: I love your counter top!
    Thanks for the taste test. I have wanted to water glass, but have been hesitant.

  • @woodknotts6050
    @woodknotts6050 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Temperature is a big factor to water glassing eggs .....you have a wood cook stove and bake alot also so the kitchen is alot hotter at times than you think.........water glassed eggs like cooler temps such as the root cellar or floor storage for better success.... 65 Deg. or lower for ample success

  • @RestorationAcresTN
    @RestorationAcresTN ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Too funny. Gabriel looks just like you, but his facial expressions are all his daddy's!

    • @joannc147
      @joannc147 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right? Gabriel is a perfect mix of both parents! (Where did that curly hair come from? So cute!)

  • @14sgs
    @14sgs ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We are in very much the same boat with your outcome and assessment. With store prices currently at $7-8 Dz we will patriciate in glassing again in 2023 .. .. when they start laying again.
    ps. Awesome comments sections.

  • @cheriejenkins9662
    @cheriejenkins9662 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Patara I did 12 dozen in July and so far they are doing great but I have them in a closet floor where they are not been moved around. The shells seem to be a little thin oh after they sit for a time so they are more fragile. Don't know how much more time I have to get them used up oh. I agree I would not reuse the solution either. Just learning and growing with all these methods I'm thankful to continue to grow in the knowledge of many things.

  • @healingoneself
    @healingoneself ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a whole 2.5 gallon bucket. It’s a gray clear bucket, so I can see what’s going on in there. I would never go bigger than that. And I’m not sure I’ll maybe not do that again. I had a few yolks intact, 7 months old. The rest of the yolks were busted. But none of the eggs were busted. Made some muffins and scrambled eggs this morning. Both delicious.

  • @KimandFrank
    @KimandFrank ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We had the same experience you did and I never tried again so I'm really looking forward to seeing this one all the way through as usual good morning everybody

  • @Romin.777
    @Romin.777 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You two are such sweethearts.
    GOD bless you both and the youngsters.

  • @cynthiaclark8050
    @cynthiaclark8050 ปีที่แล้ว

    Patera, thank you for mentioning the mini-series "The English"! Brutal, haunting and looks like it was bases on facts. Also, PLEASE, where did you find that cow cookie jar??? I have a country black and white kitchen and have to get one! TIA!

  • @brendalawhon6567
    @brendalawhon6567 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I freeze mine in zip lock bags cracked and also put some in ice trays and a lady told me clean them in mineral oil and they are great.

    • @kc8718
      @kc8718 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have done that too but when I defrost them the yolks are hard and don’t break up

    • @wilsons_acres71
      @wilsons_acres71 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I've beaten eggs and then freeze. Works fine and I use it for baking or scrambled...but do what's best for you. ❤️

    • @kc8718
      @kc8718 ปีที่แล้ว

      I will try that . Thank you.

  • @rhondaoakley804
    @rhondaoakley804 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have water glasses eggs for almost 3 years now. Always use fresh solution. I put my eggs in a cool dark place and no more than 50 eggs per container.
    Whenever I get an egg out that looks like the cracked one you had, I throw that one out. Then I wash and crack each one individually add each egg to an pint jar until I get about 6-12 eggs per jar. I take a sharpie and write the number on the jar. Refrigerator and pull a jar out and use for recipes within 8 days. Maybe we just lucky but none of us have ever got sick. So throw away the bad ones, wash, then crack individually each egg. If it looks ok and smells ok it’s then put in a glass pint jar for the refrigerator. I’ve never had to toss the whole batch. Also I don’t let my water glass eggs go pass 6 months. Have it now so one batch in and one batch out.

  • @highvibes38
    @highvibes38 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So bottom line......one bad egg ruins the whole patch 🤣 story of life . Thanks for the video I was thinking of doing this.

  • @tuba_ogtheuniquelybeardeda7572
    @tuba_ogtheuniquelybeardeda7572 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for the update!

  • @dirtroaddestiny
    @dirtroaddestiny ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So far mine seem to be doing good. I usually pickle them so it’s a new thing for me.

  • @SunnySydeUp
    @SunnySydeUp ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Last summer I waterglassed quail eggs in widemouth pint jars. They came out just like fresh eggs after 3 months in the lime.
    I only needed a few to get me through the chickens taking a break. I will do it again this year

  • @bonnie5601
    @bonnie5601 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Patera and all. I just started water glassing. This was my first venture to water glass them so I’m using my 1/2 gallon mason jars to learn and see how they do