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The Egg and I: a Chef's Guide to the Perfect Ingredient
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items The title The Egg and I might sound familiar—it comes from the 1947 film (see below) about farm life, resilience, and the unexpected joys of simple things. As a chef, I feel the same way about eggs. They are both beautifully simple and endlessly comp...
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About Eggs
Cultural Significance
Basic to Advanced Cooking and Baking
Books
Films and Video
Artful Eggs
About Eggs
Here’s a fun fact: Egg whites are packed with high-quality protein and contain almost no fat or cholesterol, making them a low-calorie powerhouse for your healthy diet. In my About Eggs section, you'll find everything you need to know—from choosing t...
This is a video I made in 2020 about eggs. If you're curious about how eggs are sized, and dated, or best practices for storage, this video is for you. I also discuss the differences between brown eggs and white eggs and all sorts of fun facts.
All about eggs
This page on “The Spruce Eats” provides an essential overview of grades, sizes, nutrition, colors, and different animal eggs
Types of Eggs: Sizes, Different Grades, and More
Yes, we have an American Egg Board and here is there website. Very informative.
Home - American Egg Board
Cultural Significance
Easter breads and dishes with whole eggs baked into them are cherished traditions in various cultures, symbolizing themes of rebirth and renewal.
Easter egg breads and dishes are cherished across many cultures and religious traditions, symbolizing renewal, rebirth, and, in Christianity, the resurrection of Christ.
Easter egg tradition in Italy.
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Most Christian cultures have a tradition of egg-rich bread, often a sweet, enriched dough. In many cases, the bread is adorned with eggs dyed red, symbolizing the blood of Christ and the promise of new life.
Recipe: Greek Tsoureki (Easter Bread)
Every Easter, we celebrate with our own version of Torta Pasqualina, a beloved tradition. One of the biggest challenges is ensuring that each slice reveals a perfect whole egg. To make this easier, I like to mark the dough in sections before baking—j...
Torta Pasqualina - Italian Easter Pie Recipe
Basic to Advanced Cooking and Baking
The egg is delicious on its own with just a sprinkle of salt and pepper, yet equally essential as a natural leavener. It creates light, airy meringues, delicate soufflés, crisp gougères, and perfectly puffed popovers. Simple, yet extraordinary!
A must have book (buy the hardcover). I don't agree with all of the techniques, but it has a good overview of all possibilities.
Egg: A Culinary Exploration of the World's Most Versatile Ingredient|eBook
Many Americans lack basic cooking skills. Eggs are so versatile. The egg council is a great resource for basic to advanced skills.
Beginner Archives - American Egg Board
This website has egg recipes for the beginner to advanced egg-loving cook. It's a nice resource for coming up with ideas and even if you don't use their recipes, it offers a lot of variety.
The Egg Archives
I have to admit, I usually skip to the end and don't read the entire explanation, but this book provides solid information on solid techniques. It has transformed my morning poached eggs forever. Plus, I can now hard-boil 60 eggs at one time and peel...
The Food Lab: Better Home Cooking Through Science|eBook
I did this video for the Mindful Mediterranean program in my cooking club. These days, I use about 15 veggies in my every day Eggwhite Extravaganzas. By seven in the morning - I've added a lot of nutrition into my diet that's based on superfoods.
Egg White Extravaganza! 🥚🌿 A Healthy, Protein-Packed
I'm always leery when someone tells me something is "Fabulous" in their title. This book, however, is pretty fabulous. It gives great basic knowledge and some really fun and novel ideas coming from someone that has a seemingly endless supply of eggs.
Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook: 100+ Egg Recipes
Books
I own hundreds of cookbooks, and many of them feature recipes—or even entire sections—dedicated to eggs. But some books go even further, celebrating the egg in all its glory. Here are three standout books devoted entirely to eggs. The first, The Ench...
I had this book when I was growing up. I loved the illustrations and my parents got me a sugar egg with a panaramic inside of it.
The Enchanted Egg; A Rand McNally Elf Book by Burrows, Peggy |...
The Perfect Egg and Other Secrets has been in my cookbook library for 20 years. It's a book of observations, stories, recollections, and recipes. You'll find much information in it including (according to Aldo Buzzi) how to cook the perfect egg.
The Perfect Egg and Other Secrets - amazon.com
I have purchased this book several times for friends and family. I always look through it before I wrap it and recently bought my own copy. It's a marvelous collection of history, art, techniques, and stories.
The Gourmand's Egg: Stories & Recipes
Films and Video
Eggs aren’t just a kitchen staple—they’ve also made their way into cinema. This section features films where eggs take center stage, whether as a symbol, a plot device, or even a title—these films prove that eggs are more than just breakfast food.
If you want a good laugh, watch this! It's hilarious and a very unique perspective.
An Egg Movie (2006) [Una Película De Huevos] - English Subtitled
I loved this movie when I was a kid. It's the typical city couple moving to the country story - it even has Ma and Pa Kettle!
The Egg and I (1947) ⭐ 6.9 | Comedy, Romance
A sharp examination of the social complexities of surrogacy and friendship.
Egg (2018) ⭐ 5.1 | Comedy
Artful Eggs
Eggs have long been a canvas for creativity, symbolizing luxury, tradition, and even fashion. In this section, we explore the exquisite craftsmanship of Fabergé eggs, the intricate beauty of Ukrainian pysanky, and the surprising influence of eggs in ...
Ukrainian eggs have always fascinated me. They are so intricate and beautiful.
Pysanky Easter Eggs - Ukrainian Easter Eggs
I saw my first Fabrege egg when I was 12 years old at the Smithsonian. The intricacy is incredible. This is a great guide to where the eggs are in museums around the world.
Where to See the Fabled Fabergé Imperial Easter Eggs
If you happen to have an eggstra (hee) $5000 laying around - buy this!
Anniversary Celebration Egg Clutch Bag
I bought these to wear to a egg and pancake breakfast fundraiser. If you're going to crack a lot of eggs, you probably should have the right earrings.
Enamel Fried Egg Earrings
I bought a strawberry bag from this seller and love it. Imagine my joy when I saw this egg bag! The quality of the strawberry bag was great; the shipping was slow - but all was good when it showed up.
Fried egg crossbody bag
I had an egg like this when I was a child. It was made of sugar and icing and everything in it was "edible". I called it my enchanted egg.
Panoramic Sugar Egg (Light Pink)
Dying and Creating
This section is packed with resources to help you create everything from classic dyed eggs to deep red Greek Easter eggs, stunning Ukrainian pysanky, and even mystical Enchanted Eggs. Whether you’re looking for a fun family activity or a deep dive in...
In Greek tradition, red signifies the blood of Christ. You can that intense color from dyes sold at Mediterranean markets before Easter. The shine comes from using a little oil.
How to Dye Greek Red Easter Eggs
If you're looking for a more organic approach Hildy's methods work well. I love the look of herbs and the natural colors.
Dying Easter Eggs With Onion Skins
Creative egg dying is so much fun for children and a simple crayon can really up the game. Use a pin to prick both ends of the egg and blow the egg out through the hole. Then your artwork can last indefinitely and you can always use the eggs for an o...
DIY Wax-Resist Easter Eggs
Want to make your own sugar egg? Former White House Social Secretary Lea will tell you how.
The Enchanted Egg - America's Table
You can't have a craft episode without Martha! The queen of overdoing a holiday craft is here for you with a ton of great tips. Love you, Martha!
Martha Stewart's Best Easter Egg Tips | 12 Easter Egg Crafts
I love the art of this craft and how they explain the significance of the designs. They also give many additional resources if you really want to get into it.
The Art of Pysanky - Ukrainian Easter Eggs
Egg Products I Use and LOVE!
When I can, I buy my eggs from local producers. But, there are some trusted products that I always have on hand that I buy from my grocery store. I’m also sharing an egg substitute that I’ve had great success with—perfect for those times when you nee...
These wraps are a game-changer. I found these at Cub Foods right around the time I decided to cut the majority of white flour out of my diet. I wish they were a little bigger, but I use them for lunch wraps several days a week.
Egglife | Wraps made with egg whites, not flour
It seems like I can't make a list without Costco showing up. These are wonderful eggwhites and the pack of six is costs about what I would pay for two pint containers in a regular store. I use these every morning for my eggwhite extravaganza.
Kirkland Signature Liquid Egg Whites, Cage Free, 16 oz, 6 ct
While it's not actually an egg product, Bob's Egg Replacer is a great egg substitute for baked goods. When it comes to egg whites that need whipping, I use aquafaba (chickpea liquid) which whips nicely and behaves like actual egg whites.
Bob's Red Mill Egg Replacer 12 oz Pkg - Swanson®
Favorite Equipment
The right tools can make all the difference when working with eggs, whether you're whipping up a delicate soufflé, poaching the perfect egg, or crafting intricate egg dishes. In this section, I’m sharing my favorite egg-related equipment—from must-ha...
I separate a lot of eggs. Buying this was a game-changer for me. Say goodbye to broken yolks!
Williams Sonoma Egg Yolk Separator
Having owned 4 types of egg toppers and used a knife, spoon, and anything else I can think of, this is the style I love. I bought mine about 10 years ago at a little culinary shop in Wisconsin. I never soft-boil an egg without pulling it out. It alwa...
Culinary Depot - Matfer Bourgeat 215307 9-1/2"L x 1-1/2" Dia. Stainless Steel Egg Shell Knocker
I find that the best way to beat eggs for any recipe is with an immersion blender. (I am talking blending - not whipping) Getting eggs completely mixed is important for a cake or proper omelet and an immersion blender ensures that the entire egg is b...
Cuisinart CSB-179 Smart Stick Hand Blender
Walking away from traditional non-stick pans was difficult because it works so well. But, I start every day out with an egg-white omelet, and I needed to find an alternative because of the chemicals. Also, no matter what have paid for a traditional n...
Valencia Pro Ceramic Nonstick 8", 9.5", and 11" Frypan Set | Gray
I own two of these. They are kitchen workhorses! I love that they are mostly non-stick and can take a lot of heat. This size is perfect for eggs and vegetable stir-fries. The pan darkens with time and the more you use it - the better the cooking surf...
Matfer Bourgeat 062001 8 1/2" Black Carbon Steel Fry Pan
Over the years, I have collected a lot of copper pans. Cooking with them is a beautiful experience. The only down-side is they aren't induction friendly. I know many people steer away from maintaining copper, but we just keep bar-keepers friend by th...
Mauviel M'150B Copper Fry Pan
The Swedish-designed mixer whips eggs effortlessly. It also manages doughs and batters beautifully. It's an 8 quart mixer, so it handles double batches beautifully.
Ankarsrum Original Stand Mixer
No kitchen is complete without a good whisk. I like this one because of it's contoured handle. It make whisking eggs much more comfortable.
All-Clad Precision Stainless-Steel Balloon Whisk
I have one mini whisk, and it’s one of the most-used tools in my kitchen. From whipping up salad dressings to blending my morning omelets, this little whisk comes in very handy. Great stocking stuffer!
Mini Whisk