Do boiled eggs last longer if not peeled?

Boiled eggs last longer if they are not peeled. This is because the shell acts as a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from entering the egg. When the egg is peeled, it is more vulnerable to contamination.

Bacteria can enter the egg through the pores in the shell. If the egg is left unpeeled, these pores are sealed and the bacteria cannot get in. However, if the egg is peeled, the bacteria can enter the egg through these pores and begin to multiply.

The longer an egg is left unpeeled, the less likely it is to become contaminated with bacteria. This is why it is important to peel eggs only when you are ready to eat them.

Here are some tips for storing boiled eggs:

* Keep boiled eggs in the refrigerator in their shells.

* Do not peel boiled eggs until you are ready to eat them.

* Hard-boiled eggs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

* Deviled eggs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.