Learning Target: I can identify the five parts of an egg and explain two functions of eggs in cooking.
The Five Parts of an Egg:
Shell
Shell Membrane (Draw egg diagram here)
and Air Cell
White
Chalaza
Yolk
· The color of the shell depends on the breed of the hen.
· The egg yolk is where most of the nutrients are found.
· You may purchase eggs that are
fresh
frozen
dried
pickled
Functions of eggs in cooking:
· eggs add color, flavor, and
nutrients
· eggs bind ingredients together
· eggs thicken foods
· eggs emulsify ingredients
· eggs leaven baked goods
The Five Parts of an Egg:
Shell
Shell Membrane (Draw egg diagram here)
and Air Cell
White
Chalaza
Yolk
· The color of the shell depends on the breed of the hen.
· The egg yolk is where most of the nutrients are found.
· You may purchase eggs that are
fresh
frozen
dried
pickled
Functions of eggs in cooking:
· eggs add color, flavor, and
nutrients
· eggs bind ingredients together
· eggs thicken foods
· eggs emulsify ingredients
· eggs leaven baked goods