Eggs

Question 1

Contribution of eggs to the diet (8)

Answer 1

HBV protein
Meat alternative
Economical
Saturated fat
Easy to digest
Vitamins B2, B12, A, D, E, K
Versatile
Cook quickly

Question 2

8 things that must be on an egg box

Answer 2

Country of origin
Name, address and registration number of producer
Quantity
Quality
Week number
Use-by date
Storage instructions
Quality assured mark

Question 3

Guidelines for buying eggs (6)

Answer 3

From a clean, hygienic shop
EQAS symbol
Use-by date
Inspect shells
Heavy for size
Choose free range or organic

Question 4

Guidelines for storing eggs (5)

Answer 4

Egg compartment of fridge
Pointed end down
Avoid storing near strong smelling foods
Keep whites in airtight container in fridge
Yolks in water in the fridge

Question 5

Effects of heat on eggs (4)

Answer 5

Protein coagulates
Bacteria destroyed
Loss of b vitamins
Egg white goes opaque

Question 6

Effects of overcooking on eggs (4)

Answer 6

Curdling
Green ring of iron sulphide around yolk
Yolk goes crumbly
White goes rubbery