In Canada, eggs are graded, sized and packed according to their weight.
The majority of eggs we buy are what graders call “Grade A”.
These “Grade A” eggs have a clean and uncracked shell, a round and centered yolk, a firm white, and a small air cell inside.
Once the egg has been given the label of “Grade A” they are sorted by weight:
Jumbo – 70 grams or more.
Extra Large – at least 63 grams.
Large – at least 56 grams.
Medium – at least 49 grams.
Small – at least 42 grams.
Pee Wee – less than 42 grams.
Eggs that have been given the label of “Grade B” have an uncracked shell that might have a rough texture or a slightly flattened yolk, or a thinner white.
These eggs are sold for commercial baking or for future processing.
“Grade C” eggs have a cracked and/or stained shell, or a flattened yolk, or a watery white.
These eggs are only used in the production of processed egg products.
Regardless if your egg is a Pee Wee or a Jumbo, eggs are great for you! Just look at all of these benefits:
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| Iron | Carries oxygen to the cells, helps prevent anemia |
| Vitamin A | Helps maintain healthy skin and eye tissue; assists in night vision |
| Vitamin D | Strengthens bones and teeth; may help protect against certain cancers and auto-immune diseases |
| Vitamin E | An antioxidant that plays a role in maintaining good health and preventing disease |
| Vitamin B12 | Helps protect against heart disease |
| Folate | Helps produce and maintain new cells; helps prevent a type of anemia, helps protect against serious birth defects if taken prior to pregnancy and during the first 3 months of pregnancy |
| Protein | Essential for building and repairing muscles, organs, skin, hair and other body tissues; needed to produce hormones, enzymes and antibodies; the protein in eggs is easily absorbed by the body |
| Selenium | Works with vitamin E to act as an antioxidant to help prevent the breakdown of body tissues |
| Lutein and zeaxanthin | Maintains good vision; may help reduce the risk of age-related eye diseases, such as cataracts and macular degeneration |
| Choline | Plays a strong role in brain development and function |
Whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner (or even as a snack) there is no doubt that anytime is a good time to get cracking!
FreshCo as a great sale on their Complements Large Eggs (30) for $5.99.
And because ZEG Sauces taste fantastic with eggs, here are a couple of delicious recipes for you to try:
Breakfast Burrito with ZEG Sauce
Enjoy!
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🥚 ZEG sauces are a multiple use condiment sauce that can be used on any food around the world. 🥚 You can use ZEG sauces for basting, marinating, spreading, as a side dipping sauce, or dressing) the options are unlimited. 🥚 Use ZEG sauces on everything from chicken, pork, and beef to vegetables, rice, and tofu. |
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