Food Recipe Collections & Favorites 8 Delicious Ways to Use Up All Those Extra Eggs in Your Fridge Put a dent in your egg surplus. By Samantha Leffler Samantha Leffler Instagram Website Samantha is the senior food editor at RealSimple and previously launched the US Weekly food vertical, where she wrote about the intersection of food and pop culture. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 12, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email We've all been there: A bit overzealous on your last grocery run, you purchased more eggs than you know what to do with. Maybe you forgot you already had a carton in your fridge or made ambitious plans to cook an omelet each morning but ended up blending smoothies instead. Either way, you may find yourself with a lot of eggs about to expire. Even though refrigerated eggs stay fresh for several weeks beyond their sell-by or expiration date, they don't last forever. So use the surplus eggs for something practical, like whipping up a drool-worthy frittata for your next breakfast or baking a cake for your upcoming neighborhood potluck. Never fear! We have several more ideas for using up those extra eggs. No onesies or twosies here: We gathered recipes that use at least six eggs—ranging from group brunch favorites like French toast casserole to weeknight family dinners such as pasta carbonara. Each dish really lets those extra eggs shine, ensuring no egg is left behind. 01 of 08 Spinach and Goat Cheese Frittata Marcus Nilsson Ideal for an at-home brunch with pals, this recipe calls for 10 large eggs. It's a frittata filled with fresh spinach and goat cheese crumbles, but feel free to add your favorites, such as mushrooms, crunchy bell peppers, or diced ham. Get the recipe 02 of 08 Homemade Pasta Carbonara Gemma Comas This classic pasta dish calls for four egg yolks to get that creamy, glossy sauce that carbonara is known for. To use even more eggs (three more, to be exact), consider making your own pasta from scratch. Get the recipe 03 of 08 Classic Deviled Eggs William Meppem Deviled eggs aren't just for Easter brunch. This recipe, which includes four different deviled egg toppings, uses 12 eggs and has something for everyone. Serve this assorted platter at your next big brunch or party, and your guests will love it! Get the recipe 04 of 08 Spanish Omelet With Potatoes and Chorizo Ngoc Minh Ngo If you enjoy a good frittata, you'll dig this frittata-like Spanish omelet filled with potatoes and chorizo. Here, the eggs take on more of a cake-like consistency because the whole dish is baked in the oven. Even though eggs are the star, you'll enjoy this dish any time of day. Get the recipe 05 of 08 Bacon, Egg, and Cheese English Muffin Strata Brie Passano In the market for a big-batch brunch dish guaranteed to wow your guests? Look no further than this strata packed with bacon, American cheese, and English muffins. It's basically a large version of the classic bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich; so you really can't go wrong. Get the recipe 06 of 08 Crispy Bacon and Egg Tacos Andrew Purcell Is there anything better than starting the day with a round of breakfast tacos? This four-serving recipe calls for a filling made of bits of crispy bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, creamy avocado, and bold hot sauce. The pickled radish and cilantro topping adds a fresh twist. Get the recipe 07 of 08 French Toast Casserole Charles Masters If French toast is more your speed, you'll have a hard time resisting this casserole packed with thick slices of bread, raisins, pecans, and plenty of maple syrup. A great Sunday morning family breakfast, this sweet dish uses eight large eggs, making a substantial dent in your egg stash. Get the recipe 08 of 08 Glazed Lemon Pound Cake José Picayo This classic lemon pound cake topped with a sugary glaze is a sweet way to use half a dozen large eggs. The best part? You're left with a crowd-pleasing dessert that's perfect for your next celebration. Get the recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit