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Eggs are excellent! Use the ideas below to enjoy eggs.
What nutrients are in eggs? Eggs are full of protein and contain nutrients like choline, iodine, and vitamin D!
What can I use eggs for, besides scrambled eggs? Eggs are versatile and can be used as an ingredient in many recipes. See the Meal and Snack Ideas below for more options.
What if my little one doesn’t like eggs yet? If your little one isn’t a fan, keep offering! You can let your child help prepare them, start with small portions, and offer many times...even if they didn’t like them the last time, they may grow to like them!
Food safety is especially important for pregnant women and their unborn children since they are more at risk for symptoms of foodborne illness. It is recommended that during pregnancy, women only eat eggs that have been cooked until the white and yolk are firm.
Tips for Cooking and Using
Store eggs in their original carton and use them within 3 weeks for the best quality.
Use or eat cooked eggs within 1 week of cooking.
Serve cooked eggs (such as hard-boiled and fried eggs) and egg-containing foods (such as quiches and soufflés) immediately after cooking.
Use eggs as a binding agent when making burgers, patties, or meatloaf.
Meal and Snack Ideas
Mix in vegetables and cook as a frittata.
Hard boil and use as a salad topping.
Enjoy avocado toast by layering whole grain toast and avocado with a cooked egg.
Use in recipes, like whole grain pancakes.
Wrap a cooked egg, spinach, and sliced tomatoes in a whole grain tortilla.
Avocado Deviled Eggs
These deviled eggs are a tasty alternative to the traditional version, replacing the mayonnaise with avocado for added nutrition and creaminess.
