Eggs: The Heart of Easter & Passover Celebrations
Discover creative ways to use your dozen this holiday
We’re honored to produce eggs that nourish you and your loved ones. And, knowing that eggs are a cherished part of Easter and Passover traditions fills us with gratitude.
We know high egg prices and decreased supply are frustrating. That’s why egg farmers are working hard to rebuild the egg supply, address high prices and manage egg shortages.
Increased egg prices are a direct result of the current devastating outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) or bird flu, which is now in its fourth year. It has disrupted farmers’ ability to produce eggs, leading to dramatic reductions in the egg supply. Consumer demand has remained high – and we anticipate demand will continue to rise leading up to Easter and Passover – which is further straining the egg supply.
We understand people’s budgets are stretched, and we’re doing everything we can to protect our birds, replenish supply and keep those eggs coming.
From our families to yours, thank you for your patience and continuing to choose eggs! We wish you and yours a happy spring holiday season!
~Ohio’s egg farmers
Eggs-traordinary Brunch Inspiration
The ultimate appetizer can be made in 5 simple steps! Combine fig jam with bacon, spicy mustard and sweet blackberries to make In Katrina's Kitchen’s Blackberry Fig Deviled Eggs.
Consider serving them on a Breakfast Charcuterie Board to maximize your dozen!
A Cedar Spoon’s Caprese Quiche Lorraine combines all the best flavors of bacon, mozzarella, tomatoes and fresh herbs for a filling brunch.
Shell-ebration-Worthy Desserts
Crack Into Creative Leftovers
A Cedar Spoon's Macaroni Egg Salad is the perfect way to put leftover Easter eggs to good use. Combine some hard-boiled eggs with pasta, fresh veggies and herbs, then drizzle with a creamy dressing.
From Easter basket to brunch table, turn leftover eggs into a flavorful Smoked Salmon Egg Salad!
Crafty Egg-spiration
The perfect Easter eggs start with our Easy Peasy Hard-Boiled Egg Guide – check it out here. Fresh eggs can be hard to peel, so allow one week to 10 days in the refrigerator before making hard-boiled eggs.
Who says you can only decorate the shell? Use gel food coloring to dye hard-boiled egg whites, and these colorful deviled eggs by Melanie Makes will surely be a crowd favorite this Easter!
Make Easter groovy with Tie-Dye Eggs! The family will love making this easy Easter craft together using just a few household ingredients and tools.
Check out this guide from the American Egg Board.
Avoiding artificial dyes? Naturally dyeing Easter eggs is easier than you think!
Check out this guide from the American Egg Board.
Don’t Toss Your Colored Easter Eggs – Transform Them into Something Tasty!
With a little planning, you can put your colored eggs to good use in a recipe the whole family will love. Just follow these tips: when crafting, be sure to use food-safe dyes, and don’t leave eggs out of the refrigerator for longer than 2 hours. Never hide eggs where they can come in contact with lawn chemicals, pets or wild animals.
When decorating Easter eggs, be sure to thoroughly wash your hands and workspace before and after handling eggs.
When stored in the refrigerator, hard-boiled eggs can be safely enjoyed within 1 week of being cooked. Once peeled, hard-boiled eggs should be eaten within two days.
Keep eggs fresh by storing the carton in the coldest part of your fridge at 45°F or below – never in the refrigerator door.
Ensure cold egg dishes, like deviled eggs, stay fresh during feasts by serving a few at a time and refilling as needed.
Nutrition Matters: Eggs are a Nutritional Powerhouse
Eggs are a complete protein and are nutrient-rich, versatile and convenient, making them a valuable ingredient in tasty and nourishing meals.
Beyond just protein, eggs contain eight essential nutrients that support health at every age. Eggs also deliver key nutrients that most Americans don’t get enough of, including vitamin D and choline.
1 dozen eggs = 1.5 pounds of quality protein
