Eggs: surprising and versatile!
By TOUGO
Is there a food item that’s quite as economical and versatile as eggs? To their long list of qualities, we can also add “practical.” In fact, eggs last so long that it’s easy to stock them in your fridge for weeks at a time, there to help you out in a pinch when you need it!
They stay fresh for long periods of time
When stored in the fridge, eggs can easily keep for over a month, which is pretty rare for an animal-based protein. To prolong your eggs’ shelf life, avoid placing them in the door of your fridge; instead place them on one of your fridge’s shelves, where they can benefit from a temperature that’s constant and fresh.
It’s also best to keep your eggs in their original packaging, so that they don’t absorb the odours of other items in your fridge. And finally, make sure that all your eggs are placed large-side up—this helps keep them fresher longer.
In the mood for an egg-cellent recipe?
An excellent source of complete proteins, eggs can be used for breakfast, lunch, supper, and dessert! In just a few minutes, you can enjoy them in all their forms: sunny-side up, soft-boiled, hard-boiled . . .
And because eggs are used in pretty much every cuisine across the globe, it’s easy to explore dishes with varied textures and tastes. From an Italian frittata to a quiche Lorraine to a Mexican breakfast burrito, eggs never cease to surprise! The number of recipes you can make with eggs is practically endless! Here are a few mouth-watering suggestions that’ll help switch up your routine.
Eggs’ nutritional value
The egg yolk primarily contains fats, vitamins (such as vitamin A), minerals (including iron), and proteins. The egg white is mainly made up of water and proteins. So, contrary to what many people think, both the egg white and yolk contain proteins.
Two eggs contain as much protein as:
- half a chicken thigh (45 g);
- 250 ml (1 cup) baked beans;
- 80 ml (⅓ cup) cheddar.
One large egg contains 6 g of protein.
Eggs and cholesterol: recommendations
Eggs get a bad rap because of being high in dietary cholesterol. But what exactly is the deal? Can we eat eggs on a daily basis without worrying about our heart health?
According to Canada's Heart and Stroke Foundation, studies show that healthy individuals with no history of heart disease, diabetes, or high cholesterol can consume one egg a day (or seven a week) without it adversely affecting their health.
That means that you can make eggs a part of your daily diet, along with other animal and plant-based proteins, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and enjoy every bite!
This article was written in collaboration with the montougo.ca. TOUGO team to add a boost of health to your day!