That deep-orange yolk isn't a fluke.
Hens that forage on real pasture eat greens and bugs full of carotenoids. It shows up as a richer color, a fuller flavor, and yolks that stand up tall in the pan.
About the eggs
Nutrition, safe handling, and a few things worth knowing before you crack one.
Good to know
What's in one large egg (about 50g)
There's also vitamin D, B12, riboflavin, selenium and choline in there, along with the lutein that gives pasture-raised yolks their deep orange.
Cold until you cook them.
Did you know?
Hens that forage on real pasture eat greens and bugs full of carotenoids. It shows up as a richer color, a fuller flavor, and yolks that stand up tall in the pan.
A just-laid egg has thick, firm whites, so it poaches into a tidy little cloud and fries without running all over the place. Old store eggs go flat and watery.
Drop it in a glass of water. A fresh one sinks and lies flat. If it stands up or floats, it's past its best. Ours won't be doing much floating.
Custards set silkier, mayo whips up thicker, pasta dough turns golden, and cake tastes like it means it. A good egg quietly upgrades whatever you make.