Cool the eggs quickly in ice water after boiling
Dry the eggs before storing
Store unpeeled hard boiled eggs in the refrigerator
Keep them in their shell until ready to eat
Place them in a covered container or sealed bag
Label the container with the date
Use within 1 week for best quality
Store peeled eggs in a bowl of cold water in the refrigerator
Change the water daily if storing peeled eggs
Discard eggs that smell bad, feel slimy, or have been left out for more than 2 hours