The Egg
What covers and protects the egg?
The Shell
What are the three grades of eggs?
Grade A, AA, and B
Name three ways to cook an egg.
Boiled, stir Fried, pan-fried, sunny-side up, over-easy
What is the best temperature to store eggs?
A. 40F
B. 70F
C. 20F
A. 40F
the egg yolk is one of the few natural sources of what vitamin?
Vitamin D
What is another name for the egg whites?
A. Albumen
B. Egg Mucus
C. Clear Liquid
A. Albumen
What does "grading" determine?
The size and quality of an egg
When are egg whites easiest to separate?
When they are cold.
Where should eggs be stored?
the original carton
How many eggs can you eat in a day?
Dietitians recommend that 2-3 eggs per day can be healthy.
What are the thick strands that anchor the yolk to the egg?
A. Mother's string
B. Embryoic Chord
C. Chalazae
C. Chalazae
Why should a carton of eggs be inspected before purchasing?
To check for clean, undamaged eggs
What temperature should egg whites be to beat effectively?
At room temperature
Why should eggs not be put in the refrigerator door?
the temperature of the door is lowered every time the door is opened
Egg substitutions are healthy for people because they do not contain what?
Cholesterol and fat
What will determine the color of the egg yolk?
The diet of the chicken
In an average, how many eggs does an American consume in a year?
A. 50 eggs per year
B. 285 eggs per year
C. 525 eggs per year
B. 285 eggs per year
Why do eggs smell bad when over-boiled?
The egg yolks release sulphur and hydrogen.
A. Keep the pointy side up
B. Keep the rounded end up
B. Keep the rounded end up
What two things does air add to beaten egg whites?
Volume and lightness
How many calories does an egg have?
Around 70-80 Cal.
What size of eggs are used in most recipes?
Large size
what should be added to egg whites to aid in foam stability?
Lemon juice, vinegar, or anything acidic
Why should eggs not be washed before storage?
the water will remove a protective coating that prevents bacteria from entering the egg through the pores
Why does an egg float?
As an egg ages, it accumulates more gas and less water.