eggs

Egg-cellent Ideas for Money Saving and Menu Planning

Posted 41 weeks 1 hour ago by Myscha Theriault

Food and Drink

As usual, Philip has done a great job of analyzing both market and industry as they apply to consumer choice. And as I'm sure you all noted in his article, exercising that choice involves a cost issue. Eggs are a staple for many of us. The price of them, while not completely outrageous, has been on the rise for some time now.  The problem is there are so many fun ways to serve them, that cutting back too harshly will be a challenge for those of us who love them.  I’ve put together a list of ways to cut corners without feeling the pinch, as well as a list of “eggcellent” menu suggestions.  Read on, and tell me what you think.

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Real eggs

Posted 41 weeks 3 hours ago by Philip Brewer

Green Living, Food and Drink

Urban chickens

Have you ever eaten an egg from a chicken that lives outside, eating bugs and worms and grubs instead of just chicken feed? You notice the difference as soon as you crack the shell--it's twice as strong as a regular grocery store egg. The difference is visible, as well--the yokes are firmer and stand up better. I won't even bother trying to compare the taste in words--I'll just say, find a farmer who sells eggs from grass-fed chickens and eat some yourself.

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