Kneehill Agriculture
Kneehill Agriculture Free Run Brown Eggs
What it is
These are brown eggs laid by hens that are allowed to roam freely within a barn. This environment is designed to provide hens with more space and opportunities for natural behaviors compared to cage systems. They are collected and packaged for sale, maintaining their freshness and quality.
How people cook with it
Eggs are incredibly versatile and can be used in countless ways, from breakfast to baking.
- Scrambled for breakfast
- Baked into cakes
- Fried for sandwiches
- Hard-boiled for snacks
Eggs can be cooked in many ways. For a simple breakfast, crack them into a non-stick pan over medium heat, whisking gently for scrambled eggs or leaving them whole for fried eggs. They are essential for binding ingredients in baked goods like cookies and muffins, and for creating custards and quiches. Hard-boiling them is a straightforward method for a convenient snack or addition to salads. Their ability to emulsify also makes them key in sauces like mayonnaise.
How it differs from similar foods
Brown eggs, like these, often come from hens with a different breed or diet than white-shelled eggs. The brown color comes from pigments deposited during egg formation.
Who it is for
Home cooks and professional chefs alike rely on eggs for their culinary applications.
How to keep the rest
To keep leftover eggs fresh, store them in their original carton in the coldest part of your refrigerator, typically the main body and not the door. This helps maintain their quality and prevents them from absorbing odors from other foods. Use them within a few weeks of purchase for best results.