Eggs are nature’s perfect nutrition nugget.
1 large egg = 6g protein
Back-to-School Nutrition: Why Eggs Belong in Every Lunchbox
Eggs are a simple ingredient that parents can count on to build a balanced lunch without adding complexity to busy school-day routines. Kid-approved, convenient, nutritious and affordable, eggs check all the boxes, making them an easy addition to school lunches and after-school snacks.
Yolk vs. White
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North Carolina is home to 9 million laying hens that lay more than 7.5 million eggs each day.
Busy school nights call for easy, protein-packed meals! Turkey Sloppy Joes with Egg Sliders are a fun twist on a family favorite, featuring seasoned ground turkey, melty mozzarella, and topped with a delicious fried egg.
🛒 Add these key ingredients to your shopping list:
✅ Eggs
✅ Ground turkey
✅ Onion
✅ Bell peppers
✅ BBQ sauce
✅ Ketchup
✅ Slider buns
✅ Mozzarella cheese
Check your pantry for additional seasonings and ingredients before you shop! Recipe in bio.
#WeeknightDinner #DinnerInspiration #KidApproved #KidFriendly
https://ncegg.org/recipe/turkey-sloppy-joes-with-egg-sliders/
The @ncmountainstatefair is back! Celebrate North Carolina’s deep roots in agriculture with youth livestock shows, cooking competitions, delicious food and more happening today through September 20 just outside of Asheville! 🎡
Looking for a meal with a hint of fall? This Apple Cinnamon Noodle Kugel combines simple ingredients into a rich, delicious casserole that’s perfect for sharing.
One bite, and you’ll see why this beloved recipe has been passed down for generations. Recipe link in bio.
#EggRecipes #ComfortFood #FamilyTraditions
https://ncegg.org/recipe/apple-cinnamon-noodle-kugel/
Happy Labor Day from North Carolina’s egg farmers! Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication that help keep our communities strong.
Whether you`re firing up the grill, spending time with loved ones or simply enjoying a well-deserved day off, we hope your holiday is filled with good food and great company.
BBQs and deviled eggs are the ultimate duo!
Add a patriotic twist to a classic favorite with these Red White and Blue Deviled Eggs. Featuring creamy, flavorful deviled egg filling and colorful egg whites, this festive appetizer is sure to be the first dish to disappear.
Perfect for end-of-summer cookouts and family gatherings celebrating all things red, white and blue. ❤️🤍💙
Recipe in bio.
#DeviledEggs #EggRecipes #LaborDayWeekend #PatrioticRecipes #BBQSeason #partyfood
https://ncegg.org/recipe/red-white-and-blue-deviled-eggs/
One last taste of summer? Yes, Please! ☀️🍦 Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich Cookies are the perfect way to wrap up a summer filled with America 250 celebration fun.
With creamy homemade ice cream sandwiched between classic chewy chocolate chip cookies, these sweet treats are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Who’s grabbing one (or two)?
👉 Get the recipe in our bio.
#EggRecipes #SummerSweets #IceCreamCookies #LaborDayDesserts #Cookouts
https://ncegg.org/recipe/chocolate-chip-ice-cream-sandwich-cookies/
Summer isn’t over yet! ☀️ Keep those seasonal flavors alive this Labor Day weekend with this fresh and flavorful Dill Egg Pasta Salad. Simply:
✅ Hard-boil, peel and slice eggs
✅ Whisk together a tangy dressing
✅ Add onions, artichoke hearts, dill and parsley
✅ Cook pasta
✅ Mix it all together and enjoy!
Get the complete ingredients and instructions at the link in our bio!
#LaborDayWeekend #EggRecipes #PastaSalad #Appetizers #Cookouts #BBQs
https://ncegg.org/recipe/dill-egg-pasta-salad/
✏️ POP-UP GIVEAWAY ✏️ Enter for your chance to win a $250 Food Lion gift card to stock up on healthy, nutritious staples, including eggs, for easy back-to-school meals and snacks.🥚 Packed with high-quality protein and essential nutrients, eggs help keep growing kids fueled throughout the school day and beyond.
Enter to win now through September 7th, 2026, at the link in our bio.
#Giveaway #Sweepstakes #Win #entertowin
https://ncegg.org/back-to-school-giveaway/
Forget boring snacks. These Buffalo Egg Salad Celery Sticks combine crunchy celery with creamy, protein-packed egg salad and a spicy buffalo kick. 🥚💥
Perfect for hungry high schoolers heading to practice, tackling homework, or hanging out with friends after school.
Link in bio.
#MealPrep #BackToSchool #KidApproved #KidFriendly #AfterSchoolSnack
➡️ https://ncegg.org/recipe/buffalo-egg-salad-celery-sticks/
When the end-of-the-day school bell rings, have something sweet waiting. 🍠
Made with @ncsweetpotatoes and eggs, this Sweetpotato Snack Cake is moist, flavorful and perfect for an afternoon treat.
Whether it`s enjoyed with a glass of milk during homework time or grabbed on the way to practice, it`s a wholesome treat students are sure to love.
Recipe in bio.
#MealPrep #BackToSchool #KidApproved #KidFriendly #AfterSchoolSnack
➡️ https://ncegg.org/recipe/sweetpotato-snack-cake/
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