Egg prices have skyrocketed, largely due to the impact of avian flu, with a case of 60 now costing $27.99 —double what it was two months ago. That's if you can find them in stock. One local restaurant supply store has five dozen for $47.99! Where will it stop?
While it's possible to substitute meat for eggs in meals, baking and cooking that require eggs is more challenging. In response, Chef Scott came up with a clever solution to keep some on hand. (Yes, it's a great reason to raise chickens, but, been there, done that. No thanks.)
Five chicken eggs equals about one cup.
Crack desired number of eggs into a container. Eight is a good number for us.
Using a canning funnel makes pouring them into a vacuum seal bag easier.
Top view of eggs and a canning funnel.
Smooth the bag edge over the heating element in a vacuum sealer.
DO NOT VACUUM. Just seal the bag.
Be sure to label bags before freezing. This view shows 10 dozen eggs.