🍳 Water Glass Eggs & The Truth About Them 🍳

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  • 🍳 My thoughts & experience with Water Glass Eggs and preserving them.
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  • @appalachiashomesteadwithpatara
    @appalachiashomesteadwithpatara  2 роки тому +45

    💥 HOW to Water Glass Eggs HERE: ua-cam.com/video/Lr0fR6yRoZM/v-deo.html

    • @bittylovin7973
      @bittylovin7973 2 роки тому +3

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

    • @AlleyCat-1
      @AlleyCat-1 2 роки тому +4

      @@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 2 роки тому +4

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

    • @bittylovin7973
      @bittylovin7973 2 роки тому +5

      @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 2 роки тому

      Wow is that your son or daughter?

  • @e357magnum
    @e357magnum Рік тому +35

    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.

    • @kshoe5004
      @kshoe5004 Місяць тому

      Is candling an egg to see if it is fertilized?

  • @michelegonzales7345
    @michelegonzales7345 2 роки тому +21

    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.

  • @janetjones7880
    @janetjones7880 2 роки тому +282

    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 2 роки тому +1

      is it safe to throw out old solution?

    • @janetjones7880
      @janetjones7880 2 роки тому +8

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

    • @The-Hillside-Garden
      @The-Hillside-Garden 2 роки тому +14

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

  • @kennethmitchell2785
    @kennethmitchell2785 2 роки тому +83

    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 2 роки тому +12

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

    • @laurenbrady1976
      @laurenbrady1976 2 роки тому +8

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

    • @notchamama7571
      @notchamama7571 9 місяців тому +3

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

    • @jimjordan5630
      @jimjordan5630 5 місяців тому +1

      @@notchamama7571 Yes. You just need a strong light & proper set-up.

  • @vickyjohnson1121
    @vickyjohnson1121 2 роки тому +83

    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 2 роки тому +59

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

  • @MimsysGarden
    @MimsysGarden 2 роки тому +66

    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 2 роки тому +5

      I did not think u could wSh them?

    • @MimsysGarden
      @MimsysGarden 2 роки тому +2

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

    • @carlabuggs1238
      @carlabuggs1238 2 роки тому +7

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

  • @JesusNameHomeMinistries
    @JesusNameHomeMinistries 2 роки тому +22

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

  • @maryjurgens6120
    @maryjurgens6120 2 роки тому +171

    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  2 роки тому +23

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @maryjurgens6120
      @maryjurgens6120 2 роки тому +8

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

  • @vickiwestlund7777
    @vickiwestlund7777 2 роки тому +49

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

    • @Trid2bnrml1
      @Trid2bnrml1 2 роки тому +9

      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.

  • @edbenjamin5136
    @edbenjamin5136 2 роки тому +17

    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.

  • @kerriskitchen4747
    @kerriskitchen4747 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +5

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

    • @CherokeeWarriorWoman
      @CherokeeWarriorWoman 2 роки тому +9

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

    • @cynthiabourgeois5254
      @cynthiabourgeois5254 2 роки тому +10

      @@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 2 роки тому +4

      Great idea! That's a perfect size.

  • @justmecinnamon
    @justmecinnamon 2 роки тому +182

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

    • @carlabuggs1238
      @carlabuggs1238 2 роки тому +9

      I totally use the float method!

    • @lilolmecj
      @lilolmecj 2 роки тому +10

      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 Рік тому

      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 10 місяців тому +1

      Whats the "Float Test" exactly?

  • @KitchenWitch423
    @KitchenWitch423 2 роки тому +22

    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.

  • @michaelschneider9710
    @michaelschneider9710 2 роки тому +122

    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 2 роки тому +8

      Nutritionally, flaxseeds are inferior to eggs.

    • @michaelschneider9710
      @michaelschneider9710 2 роки тому +46

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

    • @michellebarnhill5130
      @michellebarnhill5130 2 роки тому +16

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

    • @abcayers3602
      @abcayers3602 2 роки тому +4

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

    • @elfmom52
      @elfmom52 2 роки тому +13

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

  • @Leah.Clements
    @Leah.Clements 2 роки тому +27

    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.

  • @Linda-fg2rz
    @Linda-fg2rz 2 роки тому +82

    Patara the lessons you provide us are priceless 👊🥰🙏

  • @mayhembeading3737
    @mayhembeading3737 2 роки тому +69

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

    • @faelwolf1177
      @faelwolf1177 2 роки тому +14

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

  • @robertstwalley3662
    @robertstwalley3662 2 роки тому +17

    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.

    • @edwinholcombe2741
      @edwinholcombe2741 2 роки тому

      They do that in China also

    • @Light_Of_Christ.In_Me
      @Light_Of_Christ.In_Me 5 місяців тому

      I always added a little extra milk, and I loved it like that, but then one time I had it without anything added, and realize that I prefer it that way because it’s more dense and savory.

  • @bridgetswan1774
    @bridgetswan1774 2 роки тому +14

    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!

  • @muddymomma369
    @muddymomma369 2 роки тому +40

    I GREATLY APPRECIATE THESE VIDEOS AND LEARN SO MUCH! THANK YOU GABRIEL, PATARA AND JAMES!
    PLEASE HIT THE LIKE BUTTON TO SUPPORT THEIR EFFORTS!

  • @cluckieschickens
    @cluckieschickens 2 роки тому +44

    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.

  • @NaturalLivingHomesteader
    @NaturalLivingHomesteader 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +58

    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. ♥️🙏😊

  • @MuscogeeCreekMan
    @MuscogeeCreekMan 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @melissaingle1746
    @melissaingle1746 2 роки тому +12

    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

  • @jeniferyeadon2955
    @jeniferyeadon2955 2 роки тому +28

    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.

  • @cynthiawilkinson7144
    @cynthiawilkinson7144 2 роки тому +29

    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 😁

  • @matthewsmom010902
    @matthewsmom010902 2 роки тому +15

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

  • @SuziQ..
    @SuziQ.. 2 роки тому +17

    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.

  • @growjoyfullyhomestead
    @growjoyfullyhomestead 2 роки тому +17

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

  • @imperfectpairing2000
    @imperfectpairing2000 2 роки тому +4

    Lol
    That look on his face was priceless.

  • @arleneoliver9261
    @arleneoliver9261 2 роки тому +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.

  • @maryfrey6177
    @maryfrey6177 2 роки тому +11

    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 2 роки тому +3

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

    • @amberbusby7977
      @amberbusby7977 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @maryfrey6177
      @maryfrey6177 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @AlternativeHomesteading
    @AlternativeHomesteading 2 роки тому +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.

  • @sarahswindle3130
    @sarahswindle3130 2 роки тому +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.

  • @danilynn64
    @danilynn64 2 роки тому +9

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

  • @darlenearrington3145
    @darlenearrington3145 2 роки тому +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!

  • @jacquiedeseive3068
    @jacquiedeseive3068 2 роки тому +14

    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!🌼❇️🌼❇️♥️

  • @2Nu
    @2Nu 2 роки тому +9

    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!

  • @tmartinez9055
    @tmartinez9055 2 роки тому +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.

  • @donnakennell5111
    @donnakennell5111 2 роки тому +87

    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 2 роки тому +3

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

    • @Septemberwitch24
      @Septemberwitch24 2 роки тому

      Thank you 👍🏻‼️

    • @Camperlauren
      @Camperlauren 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @helen4652
      @helen4652 2 роки тому

      @@Camperlauren how long can whisked eggs be frozen? Do you use freezer bags?

  • @thosewhobelieve122
    @thosewhobelieve122 2 роки тому +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.

  • @justmecinnamon
    @justmecinnamon 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @tabp8448
    @tabp8448 2 роки тому +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 !

  • @laurachutchison9604
    @laurachutchison9604 2 роки тому +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. 🙂

  • @w.bevans5454
    @w.bevans5454 2 роки тому +2

    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.

  • @etet4536
    @etet4536 2 роки тому +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!

  • @sortathesame8701
    @sortathesame8701 2 роки тому +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!

  • @faithbuller4086
    @faithbuller4086 2 роки тому +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.

  • @KoniB.
    @KoniB. 2 роки тому +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.

  • @just_ducky_acres7561
    @just_ducky_acres7561 2 роки тому +25

    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.

  • @kirstencox7801
    @kirstencox7801 2 роки тому +16

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

  • @durrdogg
    @durrdogg 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @amishatheart47
    @amishatheart47 2 роки тому +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.

  • @MynewTennesseeHome
    @MynewTennesseeHome 26 днів тому

    I water glassed a couple years in a row. It wasn't too bad but found it easier to let a couple broody hens give me new pullets every spring so they start laying in Oct/Nov and lay all winter.

  • @lavernaspain483
    @lavernaspain483 3 дні тому

    Hi there! I am just learning from the experienced Homesteaders. Thank you for your video on, water glassing preserving eggs!

  • @LindaASJ
    @LindaASJ 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @1stbadger700
    @1stbadger700 2 роки тому

    I had some from May of last year. While the shells were thin and they did crack, the membrane wasn’t ruptured. I cooked them and fed them to my chickens. Nothing wasted. I keep mine in the pantry.

  • @sharonbrown2352
    @sharonbrown2352 2 роки тому +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.

    • @DonnaMM6361
      @DonnaMM6361 2 роки тому

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

  • @tammymann6292
    @tammymann6292 2 роки тому +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! :)

  • @barbscott4341
    @barbscott4341 2 роки тому +5

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

  • @pamelahawkins6361
    @pamelahawkins6361 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @mackenzieshelleyleejohnsto9744
    @mackenzieshelleyleejohnsto9744 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @debbiejohnson5425
    @debbiejohnson5425 2 роки тому +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.

    • @ameliachameleon
      @ameliachameleon 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому

      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!!

  • @paularobinson2352
    @paularobinson2352 2 роки тому +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.

  • @evermore4487
    @evermore4487 2 роки тому +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.

  • @67mysweet
    @67mysweet 2 роки тому +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!

  • @woodknotts6050
    @woodknotts6050 2 роки тому +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

  • @cheryls3726
    @cheryls3726 2 роки тому +10

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

  • @Jinjerbread317
    @Jinjerbread317 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @HueyBob24
    @HueyBob24 2 роки тому +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.

  • @gaylesmith1738
    @gaylesmith1738 5 місяців тому

    Thank you for this video. I just waterglassed my first 4 dozen eggs in gallon glass jars! Got 2 jars! I'm planning on doing more. I get them from a farmers market & they are unwashed & un refridgerated. I don't have my own chickens--yet!! 😊 This was a great video! In fact, I enjoy all your videos! 💕

  • @householdsix1307
    @householdsix1307 2 роки тому +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.

  • @Romin.777
    @Romin.777 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @mrsc5053
    @mrsc5053 2 роки тому +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.

  • @marysidle5132
    @marysidle5132 2 роки тому +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!

  • @14sgs
    @14sgs 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +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.

  • @ajssimplelife531
    @ajssimplelife531 2 роки тому +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!!

  • @brendalawhon6567
    @brendalawhon6567 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +2

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

    • @wilsons_acres71
      @wilsons_acres71 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому

      I will try that . Thank you.

  • @RestorationAcresTN
    @RestorationAcresTN 2 роки тому +34

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

    • @joannc147
      @joannc147 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @teresafralix7804
    @teresafralix7804 2 роки тому +4

    I experienced with a couple jars. Mine are dated 11-28-22. Not too long. The first is tried, I had no smell but "chickened" out. Lol fed to my dog and he approved. The next day I ate a couple and they were fine. Will do some next fall to get me through the molting season. 😀

    • @stephanie_2189
      @stephanie_2189 2 роки тому

      😂 I so would have chickened out the first time, too. I love your “canary in the coal mine” test on your doggie. I’m always very cautious, but not having a pet I generally try things out on my husband 😂

  • @dirtroaddestiny
    @dirtroaddestiny 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @buckeyejen1076
    @buckeyejen1076 2 роки тому +8

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

  • @bonnie5601
    @bonnie5601 2 роки тому +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

  • @petruzzovichi
    @petruzzovichi 24 дні тому

    Terrific video. Professional presentation. Well done. Thanks much.

  • @SunnySydeUp
    @SunnySydeUp 2 роки тому +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

  • @Annazelfvoorzienendleven
    @Annazelfvoorzienendleven 2 роки тому +1

    I agree, I had the same problem I started March April, and also had to throw away eggs at the end. I am now going to start later and store eggs for a shorter period of time. Our chickens are now starting to lay eggs again.

  • @KathysTube
    @KathysTube 2 роки тому

    Thanks Patara 🤗❤️

  • @KimandFrank
    @KimandFrank 2 роки тому +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

  • @barbaraarrington9146
    @barbaraarrington9146 2 роки тому

    My chicken's born last spring laid all winter here. I'm expecting a molt cone July or August this year. Just an FYI. Had a light in part of the winter Nov-mid Jan then shut it off .

  • @MynewTennesseeHome
    @MynewTennesseeHome 2 роки тому +1

    I glassed 20+ doz eggs April-May. It worked well for me during the girl's vacation. Sent the last 3 doz to my daughter cause the girls have gone back to work. I use gallon jars.

  • @TawannainTN
    @TawannainTN 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @TurnAndSplat3888
    @TurnAndSplat3888 2 роки тому

    I water glasses my quail eggs, I did have to pitch one quart. But I was so glad to have them. I used them for all my baking for Christmas.

  • @crystalmiller6464
    @crystalmiller6464 4 місяці тому

    So the way you speak, I like it. I’m not gonna sit here and try to point out the things I do like, but I may have to watch more of your videos just to start using the same words in the same way.👍👍👍👍

  • @lilblackduc7312
    @lilblackduc7312 2 роки тому

    This is a great follow-up video to your 1st Water Glass Eggs video! Thank you, young lady...🇺🇸 😎👍☕

  • @juliehenderson9539
    @juliehenderson9539 2 роки тому +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.

  • @candlelite05
    @candlelite05 2 роки тому +2

    I have tried water glassing eggs, butI prefer to coat them in food grade mineral oil and preserve them. I’m using eggs from July now.

    • @stephanie_2189
      @stephanie_2189 2 роки тому +1

      How/where do you store your eggs after you rub them with oil?

    • @Dotalina33
      @Dotalina33 2 роки тому

      I’m curious too. Thanks