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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.
Composition of an Egg | Types of Chicken Eggs | Other Types of Eggs
Composition of an Egg
An egg is composed of several structures that all serve an important function in its construction.
Dyeing Easter eggs is a traditional activity that is followed in many households during the Easter holiday. Generally the parents prepare the eggs for dyeing by cooking the hard boiled eggs; and then the kids step in to help with dyeing the eggs.
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.
Beating Egg Whites | Beating Egg Yolks
Beating Egg Whites
Egg whites that are beaten correctly may increase in volume by as much as eight times. After beating, the egg whites should be extremely smooth and firm but not dry, forming stiff peaks.
Boiled
Using the term "boiled" when referring to cooking eggs in the shell can be misleading, because eggs referred to as "hard-boiled" or "soft-boiled" should never be cooked at a full boil for the entire length of the cooking time.
Scrambling is a method of cooking an egg in a sauté pan in which the white and the yolk are blended together. It is, perhaps, the easiest method for cooking eggs and one of the most popular.
Easter eggs can be colored using common foods that do not require purchasing an egg coloring kit and commercial dyes. Although the color may not be as bright, it is an option for anyone wanting to color eggs naturally.
Also, see How to Make:Easter Marshmallow Treats | Easter Nests
Easter time is a great time to make your own special treats. There are many fun Easter treats that can be made, but the chocolate Easter eggs below will be a favorite with everyone, young and old.
Method One: Traditional Frying Methods | Method Two: Egg Ring Frying Method
Frying is a cooking method that is convenient, fast, and easy to do. Whether eggs are cooked "sunny side up" or "over hard," frying is, perhaps, the most popular method for cooking eggs.
Method One: Cooked in the Shell | Method Two: Cooked in Coddling Dishes
A coddled egg is one that is cooked more slowly than a boiled egg, but basically, it yields similar results, except that the egg becomes quite tender, more so than with the hard-cooked method.
Cooking | Peeling | Serving
Using the term boiled when referring to eggs cooked in the shell can be misleading, because eggs known as "hard-boiled" should never be cooked at a full boil for the duration of the cooking time.
Traditional Cooking Method | Oven-baked Method | Flavor Variations
Traditional Cooking Method
Shirred eggs are most often prepared as a broiled egg dish, although occasionally the eggs are baked.
An alternative to purchasing an egg coloring kit is to create your own, straight from the kitchen cupboards. Although the color is not as bright, it is an option for anyone wanting to color eggs organically.
Reading the Recipe | Ingredient Preparation | Scaling Your Recipe
Knowing how to follow and read your recipe will help make your cooking or baking experience a success. Properly preparing your ingredients, using proper cooking times and temperatures, and proper bakeware or cookware all assist in the success of your end product.
egg nog, homemade egg nog, eggnog
Traditional Method | Needle Method | Funnel Method | Separator Tool Method
It is often necessary to separate egg whites and egg yolks to achieve a successful outcome with a wide variety of recipes; therefore, it is important to learn the proper methods for separating eggs.
Homemade ice cream is a special summer treat enjoyed by the entire family. Learning how to make homemade ice cream allows you to make great treats and provides family fun in creating special family flavors. You can even learn how to make ice cream without using an ice cream maker.
A roasted egg is prepared using two different cooking processes: First, the egg is hard-cooked in simmering water on the stovetop; then it is placed in the oven and roasted in the shell.
Use this food substitution and conversion chart to select ingredient substitutes when you are cooking and your recipe suggests ingredients you do not have available.
Herbs, Spices and Seasonings | Baking Ingredients | Cheese and Dairy Products | Eggs | Fats, Oils and Vinegars | Fruits and Vegetables | Miscellaneous | Healthy
Herbs, Spices and Seasonings Substitutions
Food
Amount
Substitute
Allspice
1 tsp
1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground cloves OR1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp.