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A Reader Recipe: Baked Eggs in Ham Cups

Fit Community — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:06:08 PST

Need an easy brunch to whip up on Super Bowl Sunday? Try this egg recipe from AllieNic. She posted it in the Healthy Recipes community group.

Ingredients:

12 slices of ham (free of preservatives)
12 eggs
Salt, pepper, and paprika
Line a muffin tin with slices of ham. Crack an egg into each muffin spot, and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Bake at 375ºF for 20 minutes!

Check out AllieNic's blog Frisky Lemon for the full recipe and don't forget to share your own recipe ideas in our Healthy Recipe group in the Fit Community!

For Something Different, Try Cinnamon-Spiced Eggs

Susannah Chen — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:45:34 PST

At the beginning of the month, I resolved to simplify every respect of my life, including the number of items and ingredients I keep stocked in my kitchen. That's because I've discovered that in cooking, as in life, sometimes less equals more!

One unintended consequence of this newfangled declaration? I've suddenly been eating far more meatless meals made from pantry staples (think beans, lentils, eggs, and grains). My favorite dish as of late has been a Mediterranean-North African twist on eggs in purgatory, prepared by baking eggs in a slow-simmered onion-and-tomato sauce spiced heavily with cinnamon, allspice, and cloves.

Baked eggs of any sort are often thought of as a brunch dish, but I actually love to eat this any time of day, dinner included; the faraway flavors of the sauce make this dish the perfect way to end a long day. Keep reading if you want a recipe for cinnamon-spiced eggs.

Are You an Egghead? Egg Whites vs. Whole Eggs

FitSugar — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 20:02:36 PDT

If you're looking to cut calories, fat, and cholesterol from your diet, you may choose an omelet made of egg whites instead of whole eggs for breakfast. But is choosing egg whites over whole eggs really the best choice nutritionally?

The only way to find out is to do a little comparing, so continue reading to check out my chart comparing eggs to egg whites.

Mediterranean Quiche Is Great Morning, Noon, or Night

Katie Sweeney — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:00:09 PDT

About once a month or so, I like to make a quiche. Sometimes I'll bake my own pie crust, but other times, when I'm in a hurry, I'll use a pre-made one from the store. The thing I love about quiche is its timelessness. It can be enjoyed at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I've even eaten a cold slice as a snack in the afternoon! It's also a great way to use up old and leftover ingredients. This Mediterranean-inspired quiche is my latest favorite recipe. It's a perfect easy meatless Monday meal, and it's so good you may end up eating half the quiche in one sitting! The filling is a combination of sautéed onions, zucchini, red peppers, and sun-dried tomatoes; gruyere and goat cheese provide a luxurious richness. To give it a try,

Leggo the Eggos: Vegan Egg Substitutes

Jenny Sugar — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:43:06 PDT

If you're avoiding eggs because you eat a plant-based diet or simply to limit your intake of saturated fat and cholesterol, you have several options. Some substitutions work better than others depending on the recipe, but a little trial and error will help you determine which one works best with each dish. See the list below to learn which option I used in the vegan Chocolate Cranberry Zucchini Bread pictured here.

EnerG Egg Replacer: This gluten-, dairy-, and nut-free product is made with potato and tapioca starch flour. Replace each egg in a baked good recipe with one and a half teaspoons of powder mixed with two tablespoons of water.
Banana: A half a mashed banana replaces one egg in a recipe for baking. This substitution works best in sweet muffins and yeast-free breads since the banana flavor is so strong. Aside from adding moisture to baked goods, using a banana adds potassium to the final product.
Canned pumpkin: Use a quarter cup per egg when making baked goods. Since it has a distinct flavor, it's best used in recipes that have other stronger flavors such as cinnamon or chocolate, or with ingredients that complement it like apples or carrots.

Continue reading for more ways to replace eggs in vegan recipes.

Need Room Temperature Eggs Fast? Here's What You Do!

Katie Sweeney — Mon, 23 May 2011 04:46:43 PDT

When I need butter to be at room temperature quickly, I grate it, but for eggs I use a different technique. I fill a big bowl with warm water, then I place the eggs gently inside the bowl. The key is to make sure that the water's not too hot; you don't want the eggs to cook. Let them sit for 10 minutes in the warm water, and they should be good to go. Have you ever done this? What's your method for bringing eggs to room temperature?

Essential Egg Techniques Every Home Cook Should Master

Katie Sweeney — Thu, 19 May 2011 04:54:14 PDT

Now that you know some fun facts about eggs, it's time to cook with them! Eggs are a crucial element in an endless amount of dishes, from breakfast to baked goods. However, there are certain methods of preparing eggs that can be used over and over again. Here they are: 10 classic egg dishes that every home cook should learn how to make.

Can You Crack These Egg Facts?

Susannah Chen — Wed, 18 May 2011 04:47:53 PDT

Is there anything more recognizable across the globe than a single chicken egg? The ovoid protein is a fixture during every occasion, from breakfast fry-ups to dessert soufflés - and, with a repertoire that includes Spanish tortillas and Ethiopian doro wat, it dots every corner of the world's culinary landscape.

You may be a regular when it comes to enjoying eggs, but what do you really know about them? In honor of May being National Egg Month, I'm going to list out a number of facts, and I want you to either confirm them or dispel them. Can you crack these questions? Take the quiz to find out.

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Egg in a Nest, Meet the Grilled Cheese

Katie Sweeney — Thu, 12 May 2011 03:46:32 PDT

The grilled cheese sandwich is one of life's simplest pleasures, while an egg in a nest is a deliciously nostalgic breakfast. What happens when the two come together? You get one spectacular sandwich! Although this recipe is a little more complex then making the two dishes separately, it's worth the effort. It has you discard the center portion of the bread, but I decided to make a mini sandwich and serve it with the larger grilled egg and cheese. If you enjoy bacon in your egg sandwiches, sauté a couple of diced pieces and cook the spinach-onion mixture with the bacon. Interested in the amazing recipe? Read more.

Treat Mom to Homemade Benedict, California-Style

Katie Sweeney — Fri, 06 May 2011 12:10:34 PDT

Classic eggs Benedict is my favorite brunch dish; if it's on a restaurant's menu, I'll order it nine times out of 10. However, when I'm cooking brunch at home, I prefer to make a lighter, meat-free Benedict. Instead of Canadian bacon, I use roasted tomatoes and mashed avocado. The butter-heavy Hollandaise sauce is replaced with a creamy parmesan cheese sauce. Although you could use poached eggs, most of the time I'm lazy and simply used fried eggs. This dish is one that my mom loves, so if you're looking for something to make for your mother on Sunday, I highly recommend the California Benedict! Get the recipe now.