Eggcellent Eggs
We currently offer hen eggs regularly, and we’ve teamed up with The Sawmill Farm to bring you fresh duck and quail eggs every Friday. Are you scared to try them? Here we’re dishing on the pros of each; although, we think a well-balanced diet contains a well-balanced assortment of eggs.
Why Eggs?
For starters, all eggs are a source of high-quality protein. Not only that, but they contain all the B vitamins, plus choline, biotin, and folic acid. Although all eggs offer similar nutritional benefits, each type has their own key features that set them apart.
Duck Eggs:
- Have a harder shell so they stay fresher, longer
- Fluff up your pastries and cakes because they are richer and contain albumen
- Lead the charge in the Omega-3 fatty acid category
- Higher in fat
- Contain less allergens – if you’re allergic to hen eggs, ask your doc about giving duck eggs a try
- Great for dishes all about the yolk, like a carbonara
Quail Eggs:
- An entertainer’s delight, their small size and speckled shell make cocktail hour more fun
- For all the hunters, these eggs are slightly gamier than their counterparts
- High yolk-to-white ratio
Chicken Eggs:
- Best combination of yolk and white
- Higher water content, they aren’t as easy to overcook
- Easy to whip, more versatile
All in all, eggs have many health benefits. The protein within eggs helps build strong muscles. Eggs contain the B vitamins and minerals needed for a well-functioning brain and strong energy production throughout the entire day. Another benefit of eggs is the healthy immune system they help to build; they also help with eyesight, weight loss, and maintenance. If you’re considering pregnancy or currently pregnant, eggs will help prevent certain birth defects; ask your doctor more about it. Although some people will tell you that all three varieties taste relatively similar, we encourage you to try them in different ways and see what your favorite is.