Health Benefits and Safe Preparation of Poached Eggs

• Health and safety
• Special Education

Health Benefits and Safe Preparation of Poached Eggs

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson, you will understand the nutritional value of eggs. At the end of the lesson, you will know how to safely prepare and cook poached eggs.

What do you already know about the nutritional value and safe preparation of poached eggs?

Nutritional Value of Eggs

Eggs are a nutritious food containing proteins, vitamins, and minerals.

Steps for Poaching Eggs

Poached eggs are a healthy way to enjoy eggs. Use fresh eggs and avoid cross-contamination. Poaching process involves cracking eggs into simmering water and cooking until the whites are firm but the yolks remain runny.

Health and Safety in Egg Preparation

To ensure safety, use fresh eggs, and avoid cross-contamination.

Definition List

Poached Eggs: Eggs that have been cooked by simmering in water without the shell. Cross-Contamination: The transfer of harmful bacteria from one food item to another, often due to improper handling.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

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