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Hazelnut Praline Paradise Chocolate Puff Pastry Ingredients: 960g Bread Flour 144g Unsalted Butter 22.5g Salt 470g Water 75g Cocoa Powder Method: ⁃ Mix together water and salt in stand mixer. ⁃ Add all other ingredients and mix until smooth. ⁃ Leave to set in refrigerator. Ingredients: 500g Unsalted Butter 100g Cocoa Powder Method: ⁃ Mix together all ingredients in stand mixer. ⁃ Shape dough and leave to rest in refrigerator. Ingredients: 10g U.S Dried Egg Yolk Puff Pastry Icing Sugar Laminate Dough ⁃ During the laminate process, roll out the dough until 1.5 mm thick. ⁃ Cut oblong shapes of the puff pastry, place on the baking sheet and leave to rest for 20 min in the refrigerator. ⁃ Sprinkle with icing sugar and dried egg yolk. Bake in a oven at 180℃ for 15 and 220℃ for 5 min. Bake in a oven at 180℃ for 30 mins. Praline Creme Brulee Ingredients: 40g U.S. Liquid Egg Yolks 200g Whipping Cream 0.5pc Vanilla Pod 1g Cinnamon Powder 30g Hazelnut Praline 40g Caster Sugar 2g Gelatine Leaves Method: ⁃ Put the gelatine leaves in a bowl of cold water to soften. ⁃ Heat the cream with the vanilla pod, cinnamon powder and hazelnut praline in a pan until just boiling. ⁃ Whisk together the egg yolks and caster sugar in a large bowl until thickened slightly. Remove the vanilla pod, then pour the hot cream over the egg mixture and whisk thoroughly. ⁃ Return the custard to the pan and heat gently, stirring until the mixture has thickened ⁃ Whisk in the gelatine, then pour the custard in a Silicone baking mould, let cool and freeze. Chocolate Cream Ingredients: 50g U.S. Liquid Whole Egg 60g U.S. Liquid Egg Yolks 180g U.S. Liquid Egg Whites 125g Whole Milk 125g Whipping Cream 1 pc Vanilla Pod 320g 70% Chocolate 80g Caster Sugar 85g Caster Sugar Method: ⁃ Boil the milk & whipping cream with vanilla pod, Infuse with the vanilla pod. ⁃ Pour into chocolate and stir until chocolate melted. ⁃ Beat whole egg and egg yolks until thick and lemon colored. Gradually beat in caster sugar. ⁃ Beat egg whites with the caster sugar to soft peaks. ⁃ Mix a part of the egg with the chocolate mixture, blend and fold in the remaining eggs. ⁃ Fold egg whites into chocolate mixture. Crunchy Meringue Hazelnut Spread Ingredients: 90g U.S. Dried Egg Whites (reconstituted) 150g Caster Sugar 3g Cream of Tartar 1 Pinch of Salt 200g Hazelnut Praliné 50% 100g 40% Milk Chocolate 100g Cocoa Nibs Method: ⁃ Meringue Cookies: Combine egg white, cream of tartar, and salt, beat the egg whites at slow speed until the foam throughout, add the sugar, and beat to soft peaks. Baked on 105°C for 1 hour. ⁃ Melt the chocolate with the praline at 45°C. ⁃ Add the meringue cookies with cocoa nibs. Assembly Fill the Millefeuille, alternating the layers between Crunchy Meringue Hazelnut Spread, Praline Creme Brûlée, Chocolate Cream, Chocolate Shavings, Icing Sugar & Hazelnut. Noted: Reconstitution Ratio for U.S. Dried Egg White 1 part Egg White Powder : 7 Parts Water

Boomer Health E very day, 11,000 baby boomers turn 50, and many thousands more are reaching retirement age. However, this generation anticipates experiencing a different style of retirement than their parents before them. Baby boomers are more concerned with health and vitality than any other generation. Many have ignored good health messages for years, hoping that science and medicine were the quick fix. Today more boomers are more concerned with attaining their goals of "adopting a healthy lifestyle". In the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, researchers determined that not only did eggs lend a greater sense of satiety than a more carbohydrate-laden breakfast with a similar calorie count, but that calorie intake following the egg breakfast remained lower, not just for the rest of the day, but for the next 36 hours. The researchers findings that blood lipids were not impacted during the two-month study, added to the body of research that concludes that healthy adults can enjoy eggs without significantly impacting their risk of heart disease. Versatility, portability, health and vitality—terms that describe the lifestyle baby boomers wish to, and can achieve, given the right foods. Manufacturers simply need to turn to the right ingredients, such as eggs, to help this important market segment reach their goals. For information about health and nutrition topics, visit the Egg Nutrition Center at www.enc-online.org

Salted Caramel Banana Pudding INGREDIENTS: white sugar 1 cup water 1/2 cup Kosher salt 1 tsp. heavy cream 3 cup whole milk 1 1/2 cup large egg 1 large egg yolks 3 corn starch 3 tbsp. butter 5 tbsp. vanilla extract 1 tbsp. bananas, sliced 4-5 box gingersnap cookies 1 Pudding In a small mixing bowl, beat together egg yolks with 1 whole egg. Mix together the milk and heavy cream in a liquid measuring cup. In a heavy pot, combine sugar, water, and salt. Cook over medium-high heat stirring once to combine. Gently swirl the pot as the sugar cooks but do not stir. Cook about 10 minutes until the sugar begins to turn a light gold brown. Carefully pour milk and cream mixture into the melted sugar, whisking continuously with a wire whisk. The caramel will bubble up quite a bit but will settle down. Temper the eggs. Remove a small amount of the hot caramel mixture and slowly pour it into the beaten eggs mixing continuously. TIP: tempering egg is a process that heats eggs slowly so that they do not cook too quickly and become lumpy when added to a hot liquid. Mix cornstarch into the tempered egg mixture. Pour tempered eggs back into the pot of caramel again whisking continuously. Cook over medium heat until the caramel begins to thicken. This should only take about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Strain pudding mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a metal mixing bowl or heat proof bowl. Push the liquid through with a rubber spatula and discard any lumps that might remain. This will leave you with the creamiest pudding. Cover pudding with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. The plastic should be touching the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from developing Pudding is best served cold and can be covered and kept for up to 3 days in the refrigerator before serving. Whipped Cream Beat heavy whipping cream, vanilla and confectioners sugar together in an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Make this just before serving your banana puddings. INGREDIENTS: heavy whipping cream 1 cup vanilla extract 1 tsp. confectioners sugar 2 tbsp. TIPS In small glass mason jars or glasses, alternate layers of pudding, sliced banana and crushed gingersnap cookies. Top with homemade whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Vanilla Sponge Cake Bite INGREDIENTS : Qty Unit Product Name 206 gm U.S. DRIED WHOLE EGGS 1100 gm All Purpose Flour　 1100 gm Sugar 　 24 gm Baking Powder　 5 gm Salt　 1100 ml Unsalted Butter　 619 gm Water　 72 ml Vanilla Extract　 6 gm Baking Soda 330 gm Milk Amount of Bites Ets. 154 bites METHOD: 1. Pre-heat oven to 160°c 2. Mix/Whisk flour, baking powder, Baking soda, salt, and U.S. DRIED WHOLE EGGS into mixing bowl 3. Start CREAMING BUTTER & SUGAR in the Mixer until smooth and fluffy 4. Mix in the Flour and U.S. DRIED WHOLE EGG mixture and then add the Water and Milk and Vanilla and mix gently 5. Do Not Over Mix, folding is ok 6. Pour at once equal amounts into GREASED (using spray) Small Muffin Trays/Muffin Cups and bake 160°c for 15-18 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. 7. Remove from oven and let cool. When cool, loosen cake from sides with a knife to remove.

Cracking the Cholesterol Myth More than 40 Years of Research Supports the Role of Eggs in a Healthy Diet Many Americans have shied away from eggs – despite their taste, value, convenience and nutrition – for fear of dietary cholesterol. However, more than 40 years of research have shown that healthy adults can eat eggs without significantly impacting their risk of heart disease. And now, according to new United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) nutrition data (1), eggs are lower in cholesterol than previously recorded. The USDA recently reviewed the nutrient composition of standard large eggs and results show the average amount of cholesterol in one large egg is 185 mg, a 14 percent decrease. The analysis also revealed that large eggs now contain 41 IU of Vitamin D, an increase of 64 percent. Studies demonstrate that healthy adults can enjoy an egg a day without increasing their risk for heart disease, particularly if individuals opt for low cholesterol foods throughout the day. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the American Heart Association recommend that individuals consume, on average, less than 300 mg of cholesterol per day. A single large egg contains 185 mg cholesterol. Several international health promotion organizations – including Health Canada, the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Australian Heart Foundation and the Irish Heart Foundation – promote eggs as part of a heart-healthy diet, recognizing that they make important nutritional contributions. (2) REFERENCES In 2010, a random sample of regular large shell eggs was collected from locations across the country to analyze the nutrient content of eggs. The testing procedure was last completed with eggs in 2002, and while most nutrients remained similar to those values, cholesterol decreased by 12% and vitamin D increased by 56% from 2002 values. Klein CJ. The scientific evidence and approach taken to establish guidelines for cholesterol intake in Australia, Canada, The United Kingdom, and The United States. LSRO. 2006 www.lsro.org . Accessed November 2006.

Safe Food Handling Safe Food Handling Many general rules for safe food handling are the same in a food service setting and in the home. In a food service operation, however, the degree of risk is higher because of the greater number of eggs involved and because more people participate in handling and preparation. In addition, many eggs are often improperly pooled (broken together in large containers) and allowed to stand at room temperature for a considerable time. In such cases, a few organisms from one egg can quickly multiply. Then, if eggs from that batch are not completely cooked or are kept warm at improper temperatures for too long, the bacteria will multiply even further. In the home, these particular risks are not as great. Shell eggs are safest when properly prepared in individual dishes and promptly eaten. 1️⃣ Refrigeration , the first step in proper egg handling, retards bacterial growth and maintains the quality of the egg. At the retail level, buy eggs only from refrigerated cases and refrigerate them in cartons on an inside shelf as soon as possible after purchase. Today’s home refrigerators are designed to maintain a temperature of 5°C (40°F) or below, a satisfactory temperature for eggs and other perishable foods. Keep shell eggs, broken-out eggs or egg mixtures refrigerated before and after cooking. Do not leave eggs in any form at room temperature for more than one hour, including preparation and serving. Promptly after serving, refrigerate leftovers in shallow containers so they will cool quickly. For picnics and outdoor parties, pack cold egg dishes with ice or commercial coolant in an insulated cooler or bag. 2️⃣ Cleanliness of hands, utensils and work surfaces is essential in preventing cross-contamination. Use only clean, unbroken eggs. Discard dirty or broken eggs. Avoid mixing the shell with the egg’s contents. Before they are packed, U.S. eggs are washed and sanitized. The process should remove most pathogenic bacteria from the surface of the shell, but some might remain in the pores or the shell might be re-infected from other sources. The U.S. is one of the few countries in the world that washes and sanitizes its eggs. Eggs should not be rewashed before use. An inexpensive egg separator can be used to separate yolks and whites so that contents do not come in contact with the shells. If a bit of shell falls into the broken out contents, remove it with a clean utensil. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and hot water before beginning food preparation. Wash hands again, along with all utensils, equipment and countertops that have been in contact with any raw food before preparing other foods. Use separate cutting boards for raw and cooked foods. Wash and sanitize them thoroughly after each use. 3️⃣ Adequate cooking ensures that eggs dishes reach a temperature high enough to destroy any bacteria which may be present. Although there are visual indications for determining the doneness of many cooked dishes, the signs are sometimes difficult to interpret, particularly for inexperienced cooks. For some foods, the internal temperature is a critical safety factor that can be determined only by actual measurement. A relatively inexpensive quick-read thermometer allows you to measure a foods internal temperature easily and quickly. Salmonella organisms will not survive if held at a temperature of 60°C (140°F) for three minutes or if they reach an end-point temperature of 71°C (160°F) The internal temperature of fully baked goods and hard-cooked eggs will easily reach more than 71°C (160°F) by the time they are done. Quiches, baked custards and most casseroles are done when a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. With some casseroles which are thick and heavy or contain cheese — lasagna, for example — it may be difficult to decide if the knife shows uncooked egg or melted cheese. In such cases, a thermometer is the only accurate test. Soft (stirred) custards are done when the mixture coats a metal spoon. At this point, the mixture will be well above 71°C (160°F). Eggnogs and homemade ice creams, sometimes made with raw eggs, can easily be made safely by using a stirred custard base. Chill well before freezing or serving. Cook scrambled eggs, frittatas, omelets and French toast until the eggs are thickened and no visible liquid egg remains. Poach eggs in simmering water until the whites are completely set and the yolks begin to thicken, but are not hard — about three to five minutes. Cook fried eggs slowly until the whites are completely set and the yolks begin to thicken but are not hard. Baste the eggs; turn them, or cover with a lid to cook both sides. For soft-cooked eggs, bring eggs and water to a boil. Turn off heat, cover, and let stand for four to five minutes.

Egg Nutrients Eggs are incredible when it comes to nutrition. Eggs are all-natural, and one egg has lots of vitamins and minerals—all for 70 calories. The nutrients in eggs can play a role in weight management, muscle strength, healthy pregnancy, brain function, eye health and more. At less than 15 cents apiece, eggs are an affordable and delicious breakfast option. The protein in eggs is the highest-quality protein found in any food. The high-quality protein in eggs provides the energy families need to perform their best on important days. Nutrient-rich, all-natural eggs are a welcome addition to any diet. The nutrient package of eggs aids in the following: Weight management: The high-quality protein in eggs helps you to feel fuller longer and stay energized, which contributes to maintaining a healthy weight. (1) Muscle strength and muscle-loss prevention: Research indicates that high-quality protein may help active adults build muscle strength and help prevent muscle loss in middle-aged and aging adults. (2) Healthy pregnancy: Egg yolks are an excellent source of choline, an essential nutrient that contributes to fetal brain development and helps prevent birth defects. Two eggs provide about 250 milligrams of choline, or roughly half of the recommended daily intake for pregnant and breastfeeding women. (3) Brain function: Choline also aids the brain function of adults by maintaining the structure of brain cell membranes, and is a key component of the neuro-transmitter that helps relay messages from the brain through nerves to the muscles. (4) Eye health: Lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants found in egg yolks, help prevent macular degeneration, a leading cause of age-related blindness. Though eggs contain a small amount of these two nutrients, research shows that the lutein from eggs may be more bioavailable than lutein from other food sources. (5) REFERENCES Weigle DS, et al. 2005. A high-protein diet induces sustained reductions in appetite, ad libitum caloric intake, and body weight despite compensatory changes in diurnal plasma leptin and ghrelin concentrations. Am J Clin Nutr. 82:41-48. Evans WJ. 2004. Protein Nutrition, Exercise and Aging. J Am Coll Nutr. 23(6)601S-609S. Zeisel SH. Choline: Critical role during fetal development and dietary requirements in adults. Annu Rev Nutr, 2006; 26:229-50. Moeller SM, et al. 2000. The Potential Role of Dietary Xanthophylls in Cataract and Age-Related Macular Degeneration. J Am Coll Nutr. 19(5):522S-527S. Chung HY, et al. Lutein bioavailability is higher from lutein-enriched eggs than from supplements and spinach in men. J Nutr. 2004; 134:1887-1893

Iron: Not Just for Pressing the Clothes Function : Iron plays an important role in many body functions including proper immune function, brain development, temperature regulation, energy metabolism and work performance. Bioavailability : Iron in foods occurs in different forms and therefore differs in its ability to be absorbed and used by the body. The most readily absorbable form of iron is found in animal protein sources such as meat, fish, poultry and eggs. Heme iron is assisted in its absorption into the body by a protein factor in the animal sources that also facilitates the absorption of the non-heme form of iron found in vegetable and grain products. Deficiency : Many people with mild iron deficiency experience no obvious problems other than vague symptoms of tiredness, headache, irritability, and depression. Iron is the carrier of oxygen in the blood and transports carbon dioxide wastes to the lunges for removal from the body. Iron in Food : Because iron in meat, fish, poultry and eggs is mostly in the heme form, it is most easily absorbed and used by the body. Non-heme iron sources such as grains and vegetables often supply greater quantities of iron but only about 5% of this iron is absorbed. Vitamin C rich foods assist in the absorption of iron in food sources while calcium rich foods and supplements interfere with iron absorption. Polyphenols found in coffee and tea are also known to interfere with iron absorption.

Introduction Why U.S. Eggs? From Atlanta to Dubai to Hong Kong, buyers know about the "egg-ceptional" qualities of U.S. eggs and egg products. Not only is the U.S. the world's second-largest egg-producing country, it also produces eggs of the highest quality in the world. The American egg industry maintains strict quality control and sanitation measures that are more stringent than is required by law. Immediately after they are laid, eggs are washed, sanitized, graded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and packed. After packing, U.S. eggs are refrigerated throughout the shipping and marketing process. As you see through this website, you can easily see why U.S. eggs rank among the highest in the world for distinguished quality and assured safety. U.S. Eggs: Distinguished Quality, Assured Safety Egg production is a prominent and vital segment of agriculture in the United States. American egg producers manage more than 276 million hens, each of which lays about 250 eggs per year. Of all eggs produced in the U.S., approximately 70% is marketed as shell eggs for home, institutional, and food service use. The remaining 30% is processed into a variety of different egg products to be used by food manufacturers and large food service operations worldwide.

About Us USA Poultry & Egg Export Council (USAPEEC) Out of its home office in Tucker, Georgia, USAPEEC's reach is far-ranging. Through its network of international offices and consultants in key global markets, USAPEEC keeps current on issues that directly impact U.S. poultry and egg exports. Although USAPEEC's mission is to promote exports of U.S. poultry and eggs worldwide, the Council has evolved into an association that advocates for the industry on trade policy issues. Because of its status as a not-for-profit entity, USAPEEC does not lobby, but the organization can and does act as an intermediary with USDA, in Washington and at embassies and Agricultural Trade Offices around the world. ************************************************************ "The American Egg Board (AEB) was created by an Act of Congress in 1976 at the request of America’s egg farmers, who desired to pool resources for national category-level egg marketing. Home to The Incredible Egg and Egg Nutrition Center, AEB is dedicated to increasing demand for all U.S. eggs and egg products. For more than 40 years, America’s egg farmers have supported this mission by funding the AEB. The AEB is 100 percent farmer-funded, and those funds directly support the research, education and promotion necessary to market eggs. We are honored to serve America’s egg farmers.” **************************************************************** USA Poultry & Egg Export Council Hong Kong Office (covers Hong Kong and Taiwan) Unit 810, Concordia Plaza No.1 Science Museum Road Tsim Sha Tsui East, Hong Kong Tel: 852-2890-2908 Fax: 852-2895-5546 E-mail: hkoffice@usapeec.com.hk Related Links USA Poultry & Egg Export Council www.usapeec.org American Egg Board / The Incredible Egg https://www.incredibleegg.org/