{"id":19989,"date":"2024-10-11T08:29:09","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T06:29:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/?p=19989"},"modified":"2024-10-11T08:29:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-11T06:29:09","slug":"crack-an-egg-to-celebrate-world-egg-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2024\/10\/11\/crack-an-egg-to-celebrate-world-egg-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Crack an egg to celebrate World Egg Day"},"content":{"rendered":"

Today egg lovers worldwide will be cracking an egg and making something delish to celebrate World Egg Day. Yes, it\u2019s really a thing. And no wonder, since eggs are staples in countless cuisines around the globe \u2026 think bobotie in South Africa, shakshuka in Tunisia, a delicate quiche in France, Tamago Sushi in Japan. eggs play a central role in meals globally.<\/p>\n

Besides being delicious, affordable and versatile, they pack a high punch as a source of a quality protein, healthy fats, and a host of vitamins and minerals that together support muscle growth, bone health, brain function, immunity, weight management, and decrease the risk of many lifestyle diseases.<\/p>\n

To celebrate, there are some exciting competitions on the South African Poultry Facebook page \u00a0EGGcellentFood<\/a> and Instagram page eggcellentfoodsa<\/a> , and we\u2019ve got this make-ahead dish that\u2019s suitable for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The perfect family-sharing meal for four.<\/p>\n

Make-ahead Ham and Egg Sandwich Bake<\/strong><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n

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  1. slices bread of your choice, soft butter, for spreading, 4 slices sandwich ham, 300 g ball mozzarella, grated, 3 eggs, 250 ml milk, 1 tsp mustard powder, salt and pepper, and a handful thyme (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    To make:<\/p>\n

    Spread the bread with butter and make sandwiches with the ham and mozzarella, reserving a handful of mozzarella for sprinkling on top. Slice each sandwich into two triangles. Arrange in a 16 cm x 25 cm baking dish.<\/p>\n

    Beat together the eggs, milk and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Gently pour all over the sandwiches. Cover and refrigerate overnight to soak.<\/p>\n

    Preheat the oven to 180\u00b0C. Bake the dish for about 30 minutes or until the liquid has set.<\/p>\n

    Sprinkle over the remaining mozzarella and bake under a hot grill for about 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted and started to brown in places. Scatter over thyme.<\/p>\n

    Ring the changes:<\/em><\/p>\n

    Scatter over 200 g diced bacon just before baking.<\/p>\n

    For a South African twist, replace the ham with 50 g biltong powder. To serve, scatter over a handful of sliced biltong and serve with atchar or chutney.<\/p>\n

    Recipe and images: <\/em>THE SOUTH AFRICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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