Category: Eggs

5 Common Food Myths About ‘Unhealthy’ Foods Debunked

Eggs can cause people to have a high cholesterol level? Popcorn has no nutritional value? Soybeans and yams can cause cancer if eaten in excess? In fact, some common knowledge we have about certain foods is simply a myth. Some foods considered unhealthy are, in fact, beneficial to our body. Popcorn Myth: Similar to many…


Almost Perfect Storm Reducing Number of Eggs In Grocery Stores

If eggs appear to be in shorter supply lately it’s because of inflation and supply chain issues made worse by avian flu, according to the American Egg Board (AEB). “Like many sectors of the economy, egg farming is impacted by inflation and experiencing some limited supply chain challenges due to a variety of factors,” the…


Egg Supplies Experiencing Challenges as Concerns Over Shortages Grow

Concerns over potential shortages of eggs nationwide are growing due to inflation and supply chain issues made worse by avian flu. “Like many sectors of the economy, egg farming is impacted by inflation and experiencing some limited supply chain challenges due to a variety of factors,” the American Egg Board (AEB) said in a May…


How to Poach an Egg Perfectly Every Time

Everyone loves a poached egg. When done correctly, a poached egg is light and pillowy on the outside yet full of glorious, flowing and flavorful bright yellow yolk on the inside. To be totally scrumptious and worthy of the iconic American dish that is the eggs Benedict, a poached egg needs to be done correctly….


How to Tell If Eggs Are Bad or Not

Unless you have a direct and reliable source for eggs, it is often hard to tell when your eggs were actually laid. Store-bought eggs usually have “best by” dates listed on their cartons, and although that date can give a clue as to freshness, it ultimately is not a sure sign of whether or not an egg…


Healthy Egg Salad

It’s no secret that eggs are one of the most iconic breakfast foods in America. But, the delicious staple is more than just a morning food. For lunch this week try making this incredible and healthy egg salad recipe. Of course there are many different ways to cook an egg, from perfectly scrambled eggs to breakfast-in-bed classics like eggs…


How to Separate Eggs

Many savory brunch recipes and dessert recipes call for separating an egg’s yolk from its whites, whether you’re making a hollandaise sauce or an egg-white omelet. When separating an egg, it’s important to do so carefully so that there are no bits of yolk left in the egg whites. Using an egg that’s fresh from the fridge is best,…


Onion and Broccoli Frittata

Frittatas are a terrific vehicle for using up all the vegetables in your fridge at the end of the week. I mix and match with whatever I have and, with a green salad and some sliced tomatoes, serve it as a weekend lunch. Since it’s a rustic dish, I love serving it at the table…


5 Common Egg Cooking Mistakes You May Be Making

By Jackie Burrell Bay Area News Group Bay Area–She may not be able to tell you which came first, the chicken or the egg, but food writer Lisa Steele is an expert on everything else poultry related. Her new “Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook” (Harper Horizon, $28) dishes on not just recipes — more than 100…


How Long Do Eggs Last in the Freezer?

If you’re spending more time at home, you’re likely trying to preserve your food stash for as long as possible. But that doesn’t mean you should avoid buying your favorite foods simply because you’re afraid they’ll spoil too fast. Instead, it just means it’s time to get creative when it comes to knowing how to make your…