Eggshell and Yolk Color | Egg Size | Egg Grading | Egg Freshness
When shopping for food items, it is often beneficial to learn something about the products before you purchase them.
Egg Products
Pasteurized Shell Eggs
Pasteurized shell eggs are heated for a period of time to destroy any bacteria that might be present, but the process does not cook the eggs.
Eggs and Cholesterol | Health Benefits of Eggs | Nutrients in Chicken EggsNutrients in Other Types of Eggs | Comparing Different Types of Eggs
Eggs and Cholesterol
The average large chicken egg has about 213 milligrams of cholesterol, which is all contained within the yolk.
Cleanliness | Contamination | Doneness | Pasteurization | Proper Storage
Cleanliness
It is important to follow the fundamental rules of cleanliness and proper hygiene when preparing eggs and egg products.