Store-Bought Eggs vs. Farm-Fresh Eggs. What’s the Real Difference?

When it comes to eggs, not all are created equal I never fully understood just how different they could be until I started raising my own backyard flock Whether you’re making a quick weekday breakfast or baking something special, the difference between store-bought eggs and farm-fresh eggs really can show up on your plate

 

So let’s crack open this

The Science Behind Eggs

Egg Nutrition Facts: Why Fresh Eggs Are a Superfood

In today’s culture, there is a movement to return to the wholesome foods of our ancestors We are looking for pure foods, unadulterated by preservatives and chemical ingredients You don’t have to look far, and I bet one of your hens has already made one for you this morning-an egg!

Cool Egg Facts

  • One medium sized egg contains around 160 calories
  • The total cholesterol in an egg is about 200 mg
  • The fresher,the more nutrients are retained
  • It is recommended to eat 1-2 eggs per day to maintain heart health
  • Eggs have been

How to Perfectly Hard Boil an Egg

Hard boiled eggs are a convenient and nutritious snack  They can be turned into a stand-alone protein snack, deviled eggs, egg salad or garnish on a salad  For many years, people quit eating hard boiled eggs because of the cholesterol content  Now, research has shown that not only is the cholesterol content in eggs nothing to worry about, but eating hard boiled eggs can actually lower your bad cholesterol levels  All the more reason to finally learn how to make the perfect hard boiled egg!

Knowing how to hard boil an egg is a must in the kitchen  Cook them

VIDEO: An Egg’s Journey From Tiny Yolk Inside a Chick to the Frying Pan

Happy National Egg Day!

Happy National Egg Day! I knowI realize it seems like there is always something to celebrate, and sometimes I lose track of all of our national holidays However, National Egg Day is something I can get on board with Hahaha!

So, today we will be talking about eggs and some fun facts surrounding them

Did you know?

  • The Department of Agriculture predicts that the average American eats 250 eggs per year That means there’s approximately 765 billion eggs eaten in the US alone each year! That’s a lot of eggs!
  • Eggs contain high quality protein Protein packed meals help