National Egg Month
The egg is a brilliantly versatile protein powerhouse, containing 13 different essential nutrients in one tasty, affordable package.
Its all-round goodness delivers a vast variety of benefits to people at every age and stage of life, all around the world. Improving brain function, supporting physical strength, aiding child growth – the egg can do it all!
Along with its many nutritional benefits, the egg is the most environmentally sustainable and affordable animal-source protein available, helping support families around the world as well as the planet itself.
We’ve collated some delicious egg recipes for you to try.
Take a look at our videos for the following egg dishes too:-
Spanish Tortilla
Prep time: 30 mins
Cook time: 50 mins
Serves 4
Make a classic Spanish omelette filled with pan-fried potatoes and onion. It makes a delicious light vegetarian meal or an easy tapas dish.
Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
The Chiappas Halloumi, Bean & Egg Hot Pot
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 35 mins
Serves 4
A delicious variation on a shakshuka.
Source: Egg info, find the recipe here
Forget the Pastry Quiche
Prep time: 5 mins
Cook time: 15 mins
Serves 4
Perfect as a healthy lunch or light dinner, forget the pastry quiche has all the flavour of a classic quiche but without the added calories.
Source: Egg info, find the recipe here
Egg Custard Tarts
Prep time: 1 hr
Cook time: 30 mins + chilling
Makes 12
These Portuguese-style golden tartlets are perfect to finish off a dinner party or as an afternoon treat with coffee.
Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
Creme Caramel
Prep time: 20 mins
Cook time: 20 mins
Serves 6
The perfect balance of lightness and indulgence and surprisingly easy to make.
Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here