Edible San Diego Issue #49 September/October 2018

Baking
is Better
c Bob’s
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The Incredible Egg
By Joni Hargrave
Photo by Olivia Hayo
A
perfectly
balanced, affordable
protein source, the egg boasts
boundless uses as a breakfast staple, the
brunch VIP (very important protein),
and as the literal glue in the science of
baking. Consumed around the world, the
egg knows few boundaries and is the best
part of many crowd-pleasing dishes. For
the healthiest and best-tasting eggs, look
for local, pasture-raised eggs whenever
possible. Not only is this the best option
for your community and for Mother
Earth, but it’s the best thing for the hens.
Happy hens lay incredible eggs.
Nutritional Considerations
Yielding six grams of high-quality protein
per serving, whole eggs pack in quite a
few impressive health benefits. While the
egg white contains all protein, the yolk
contains many essential nutrients, like
selenium and zinc for proper thyroid and
immune function.
Environmental Impacts
It’s estimated that the US consumes 250
eggs per person per year. Considering
that our population has reached upwards
of 300 million, it’s important to opt for
the smallest carbon footprint possible by
Egg-cellent Morning Muffin
purchasing local, ethically produced eggs
from farmers committed to the principles
of sustainable agriculture.
Where to Buy and Dine on
Local, Pasture-Raised Eggs
Farms
Da-Le Ranch
Eben-Haezer Poultry Ranch
Markets
Jimbo’s Naturally
Cream of the Crop
Whole Foods
Stehly Farms Market
Restaurants
Lofty Coffee
GoodOnYa Deli
Nectarine Grove
More Than One Bird Knows
How to Lay an Egg
Da-Le Ranch also offers quail, guinea,
pheasant, duck, and turkey eggs.
Buying Guidelines
Recipe by Sapna Bhalsod, Bastyr University California nutrition student
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serves 2
This egg muffin is excellent for a morning breakfast on the go—it’s
packed with protein and essential nutrients like vitamin B-12,
folate, and anti-inflammatory spices to fuel your body for whatever
the day may bring.
2 eggs
½ cup spinach
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Marketing has had a heyday with
attention-grabbing callouts on egg cartons.
Unfortunately, most of the phrases—
particularly “cage free,” “free range,”
RECIPE
Nonstick cooking spray
and “no antibiotics”—mean absolutely
nothing. Thankfully, Chloe Nevarez of
Eben-Haezer Poultry Ranch has some
helpful tips to ensure you are purchasing
the highest quality eggs that are handled
by humans, not machines.
Chloe’s Tips:
• First and foremost: Know where your
eggs are coming from. Who’s the farmer?
Can you call them? Can you visit the
farm? Transparency is key.
• Pasture-raised: This phrase is often
misused for marketing purposes. If
the claim is true, however, that means
hens—like our hens—are outside and
free to roam 100% of the time. Eben-
Haezer hens are even rotated regularly
for access to fresh foraging and to boost
soil regeneration.
• Reference the Cornucopia Institute: If
you are limited to major supermarket
chains, visit this online egg scorecard
to see how various brands rank. We are
proud to claim our ranch ranks #2 in
the nation.
cornucopia.org/scorecard/eggs/
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2 whole wheat English muffin
Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a large bowl, beat together eggs, spinach, red pepper flakes, and
turmeric. Add salt and pepper.
Spray a muffin pan with nonstick spray and fill two wells with egg
mixture. Bake for 12 minutes.
Split English muffins and toast to preference. Sandwich cooked
egg mixture in the English muffins and enjoy.
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