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- How do Egg Beaters compare to shell eggs for nutritional content?
- What are Egg Beaters made of?
- Are Egg Beaters as nutritious as whole eggs from a shell?
- Are Egg Beaters the same as egg whites?
- What do you do with the yolks?
- Why do Egg Beaters Original have a yellow color?
- Who should eat Egg Beaters?
- Do Egg Beaters last longer than shell eggs?
- Do you have to be careful handling and cooking Egg Beaters?
- Aren't they best used in a recipe as an ingredient? Or, aren't they just for scrambled eggs, but you can't use them as a recipe ingredient?
- Can I freeze Egg Beaters?
- Why did ConAgra Foods decide to create flavored Egg Beaters varieties?
- What are the Egg Beaters Garden Vegetable, Southwestern, and Cheese & Chive varieties, and why are they unique?
- What can the flavored Egg Beaters be used for?
- Why did ConAgra Foods decide to create Egg Beaters With Yolk?
- What can Egg Beaters With Yolk be used for?
- What has changed about Egg Beaters Whites?
- In my recipes, how do I substitute Egg Beaters for whole eggs?
- What's the right way to scramble Egg Beaters?
- How do I make hard-cooked Egg Beaters?
- How do I use Egg Beaters for breading?
- What's the right way to store Egg Beaters?
| Egg Beaters Original | Egg Beaters Egg Whites | Egg Beaters With Yolk | Egg Beaters With Yolk: Southwestern | Egg Beaters With Yolk: Cheese & Chive | Egg Beaters With Yolk: Garden Vegetable | Shell Eggs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 30 | 25 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 75 |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0 g | 1.5 g | 1.5 g | 2 g | 1.5 g | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg | 50 mg | 45 mg | 45 mg | 50 mg | 210 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 1 g | 1 g | < 1 g | 1 g | 1 g | 1 g | 1 g |
| Protein | 6 g | 5 g | 6 g | 5 g | 5 g | 5 g | 6 g |
- What are Egg Beaters made of?
Egg Beaters Original is made from real eggs, but only the "best part"—the whites. Then we add vitamins and other nutrients that would otherwise be lost when the yolk is removed. For Egg Beaters With Yolk, we only use a touch of yolk for added flavor in a low-fat, low-cholesterol, nutritious alternative to shell eggs.
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While the traditional whole egg delivers a variety of important nutrients, it also contains 5 g of fat, 75 calories, and a hefty dose of cholesterol—about 210 mg per large egg—all of which is found in the egg yolk. In contrast, Egg Beaters Original is actually more nutritious than traditional whole eggs. By eliminating the yolk (except in With Yolk and flavored varieties), all of the fat and cholesterol and more than half of the calories are cut out. In addition, the product contains greater amounts of important vitamins such as A, B-12, D, and E, as well as other essential nutrients such as folic acid and riboflavin. Each serving of Egg Beaters also has 6 g of protein, which is just as much as you'll find in one large shell egg.
Back to Top - Are Egg Beaters the same as egg whites?
No. When you separate the yolk and use just the white of the egg, you lose important nutrients found in the yolk. Egg Beaters Original adds these nutrients back in, providing an even better nutritional value. Plus, there's no waste from unused and discarded yolks.
Back to Top - What do you do with the yolks?
ConAgra Foods purchases pasteurized egg whites only. The supplier of these egg whites sells the yolks to other food and manufacturing companies for a variety of uses.
Back to Top - Why do Egg Beaters Original have a yellow color?
Egg Beaters Original are naturally colored by beta carotene, just one of several added vitamins and minerals that make Egg Beaters nutritionally comparable to whole eggs, but with less fat and cholesterol.
Back to Top - Who should eat Egg Beaters?
Egg Beaters are a smart substitute for shell eggs for anyone concerned about eating right and living a healthy lifestyle. That includes people of all ages and situations—from medically motivated individuals to athletes, and from children and teens to active, health-conscious adults.
Back to Top - Do Egg Beaters last longer than shell eggs?
Egg Beaters have a shelf life of up to 90 days from the time they leave the production line. Once a carton of Egg Beaters is opened, it must be used within seven days or by the "sell by" date, whichever comes first. Shell eggs typically have a shelf life of up to 60 days.
Back to Top - Do you have to be careful handling and cooking Egg Beaters?
Egg Beaters are real eggs, so all the safety precautions you would follow with shell eggs apply when handling or cooking with our product. When working with Egg Beaters, be sure to wash your hands, any kitchen surfaces, and cooking utensils with antibacterial soap and water to clean up any spills.
Back to Top - Aren't they best used in a recipe as an ingredient? Or, aren't they just for scrambled eggs, but you can't use them as a recipe ingredient?
Egg alternatives are extremely convenient and versatile. They can replace shell eggs in most recipes, both as a recipe ingredient and as the base of an egg dish. In fact, more than half (60 percent) of all United States egg alternative usage is as eggs, versus as a recipe ingredient (Source: NPD National Eating Trends—August 2002).
Back to Top - Can I freeze Egg Beaters?
The product can be frozen if unopened. Once the product has been opened, it must be used within seven days. Do not freeze part of an opened package. Also, once the product has been thawed, do not refreeze. Egg Beaters Original can be purchased both in frozen and refrigerated form.
Back to Top - Why did ConAgra Foods decide to create flavored Egg Beaters varieties?
ConAgra Foods recognizes consumers' growing demand for great taste, health, and convenience in their food choices. As part of its continued commitment to product innovation, Egg Beaters has now introduced the first refrigerated egg alternative that combines real eggs with real vegetables and special seasonings.
Back to Top - What are the Egg Beaters Garden Vegetable, Southwestern, and Cheese & Chive varieties, and why are they unique?
Egg Beaters With Yolk Garden Vegetable, Southwestern, and Cheese & Chive varieties are the first egg products made using a patented process that combines the delicious goodness of real eggs, real vegetables, real cheese, and special seasonings for a delicious, healthy eating experience. For an added touch of flavor, these flavored varieties are now available as part of our Egg Beaters With Yolk line of products.
Back to Top - What can the flavored Egg Beaters be used for?
Egg Beaters With Yolk Flavored Varieties offer consumers a delicious eating experience. Whether you love scrambled eggs, omelets, burritos, or other egg dishes, with Egg Beaters, it's just a matter of pour and cook. The vegetable chopping and cheese shredding is already done for you! These varieties come in a reclosable pourspout package that eliminates the messiness of shells.
Back to Top - Why did ConAgra Foods decide to create Egg Beaters With Yolk?
ConAgra Foods understands consumer demand for great taste in their egg-based meals, which is why we created Egg Beaters With Yolk as a flavorful alternative. Each flavor of Egg Beaters With Yolk adds a touch of yolk for delicious taste with 70 percent less fat and 75 percent less cholesterol than shell eggs.
Back to Top - What can Egg Beaters With Yolk be used for?
Egg Beaters With Yolk can be used for many of your favorites recipes, from omelets to breakfast pizzas. For some delicious ideas, browse our recipes and look for Egg Beaters With Yolk as an ingredient.
Back to Top - What has changed about Egg Beaters Whites?
Egg Beaters Whites are now made with 100 percent liquid egg whites with no additives. They're great for baking or cooking your favorite recipes without the mess of breaking shell eggs. Egg Beaters Whites shouldn't be used for recipes where whipping is called for, such as meringues or angel food cakes.
Back to Top - In my recipes, how do I substitute Egg Beaters for whole eggs?
For recipes, simply use Egg Beaters as follows:
4 whole eggs = 1 cup Egg Beaters
1 whole egg = 1/4 cup Egg Beaters
1 egg white = 2 tbsp Egg Beaters
Back to Top - What's the right way to scramble Egg Beaters?
For skillet scrambling, spray nonstick skillet with PAM® No-Stick Cooking Spray and preheat over medium. Shake and pour desired amount of Egg Beaters into heated skillet. Cook without stirring until edges and bottom begin to set. Lift cooked portion and gently turn to scramble. Continue cooking until set.
For microwave scrambling, spray a small microwave-safe bowl with PAM No-Stick Cooking Spray. Shake and pour 1/2 cup into bowl. Cover and cook on high for 45 seconds. Stir gently. Cook 20 to 30 seconds more, or until just set but slightly moist.
Back to Top - How do I make hard-cooked Egg Beaters?
Preheat oven to 325º F. Spray an 8x8-inch baking dish with PAM No-Stick Cooking Spray. Shake and pour 1 cup Egg Beaters into dish. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes, or until just set in center. Cool, then chop into cubes to make egg salad. Or, cut into squares to be used to make sandwiches.
Back to Top - How do I use Egg Beaters for breading?
Use Egg Beaters to coat chicken, fish, or other foods before cooking with bread crumbs or flour.
Back to Top - What's the right way to store Egg Beaters?
For storage purposes, you can keep an opened carton of Egg Beaters in your refrigerator for up to seven days. Our convenient, resealable pourspout package makes that easier than ever, and avoids messy refrigerator spills. Unopened refrigerated Egg Beaters can be stored fresh in the refrigerator until the expiration date printed on each package.
Frozen Egg Beaters packages can be stored in the freezer for up to one year after purchase. After you have defrosted a frozen package, it can be kept in the refrigerator for up to seven days, but do not refreeze.
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