August 30, 2010 - Last week, there was a recall of eggs due to possible salmonella contamination. While potentially affected eggs have been removed from shelves, many Americans have questions about the safety of eggs. America’s egg farmers are urging consumers to practice safe handling and thoroughly cook their eggs. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) both agree that thoroughly cooked eggs are safe to eat.
So just how do we handle and cook eggs safely?
Registered dietitian Elizabeth Ward gets specific on the do’s and don’ts on how to safely handle and properly cook eggs in your kitchen. Liz will demonstrate the proper techniques on cooking and preparing eggs and can answer these questions:
- Is it safe to buy eggs?
- What steps can I take in my kitchen to ensure safe egg preparation?
- What are the signs of under-cooked eggs?
- Can I still make my favorite recipes using eggs?
- Where can we find the most up-to-date information on the egg recall and other safety tips?
ABOUT LIZ WARD:
Elizabeth Ward, MS, RD, is the author of seven books on nutrition in every phase of life – childhood, during pregnancy, adult and after 50. Based in Boston, she is a regular contributor to numerous publications such as Parents, Men’s Fitness, Fit Pregnancy, Parenting and is a contributing editor forEnvironmental Nutrition. As a spokesperson for the American Egg Board, Ward has been featured in national media including both national print (New York Times, USA Today) and national TV shows discussing nutrition and all aspects of healthy eating.
