Healthy Low-Carb Recipes Fit For A King Compliments Of Eggland's Best

Eggland's Best eggs are both nutritious and delicious!

One of the most underrated health foods of all time has got to be those protein-packed morsels of yummy goodness known as eggs (I did a YouTube video on these recently). They're inexpensive, readily available, and chock full of so many healthy benefits for those who consume them. But not all eggs are created equal which is why I'm pleased to tell you about Eggland's Best eggs.

Without the use of any hormones or antibiotics, Eggland's Best creates superior quality eggs thanks to a nutrient-dense diet designed specifically for maximizing the vitamins and minerals that are produced in each egg. The difference you receive from these eggs is startling, too:

- 7 TIMES more of the antioxidant Vitamin E than regular eggs
- 3 TIMES more essential omega 3 fatty acids for heart health than regular eggs
- 185 mcg of lutein for excellent eye health
- Studies show eating eggs lowers calorie consumption
- Studies also show that eggs fill you up

What makes these healthy eggs even better is the fresh taste that comes from being shipped directly to supermarkets within 1-2 days after they are laid. Eggland's Best eggs have been named the Best Tasting Egg Award from American Culinary Chefs Best for the past 5 years in a row (2002-2007) and Woman's Health Magazine identified Eggland's Best as the "Best Eggs" in their September 2007 issue. Additionally, ShapeYou.com gave Eggland's Best a "Great Gear Of The Year" award in 2007.

With all these accolades, you would think a company like Eggland's Best would be going around boasting of their accomplishments and thumping their chest for producing superior products for a discriminating consumer. But they don't have to do that when the quality speaks for itself. These eggs are AWESOME and you really ought to try 'em for yourself to experience the difference.

Compliments of Eggland's Best, here are some healthy low-carb recipes fit for a king just in time for the holidays and New Year's resolutions that are coming up. If you are livin' la vida low-carb and want to enjoy the good life, then make eggs and active part of your healthy lifestyle change. Whether you use them in the following recipes or eat them fried, scrambled or even microwaved, just EAT MORE EGGS! :)


Matzoh balls are a holiday classic!

EGGLAND'S BEST FLUFFY MATZOH BALLS

7 Eggland's Best eggs separated
1/2 teaspoon salt
dash pepper
1/2 cup club soda
2 cups Matzoh meal or low-carb substitute
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Blend six Eggland's Best egg yolks in bowl with salt, pepper, nutmeg, oil, and club soda at high-speed 1-2 minutes. In separate bowl, beat seven Eggland's Best egg whites until stiff. Fold yolks into whites. Fold matzoh meal in with a fork, 1/2-cup at a time, until mixture is of medium consistency. Cover bowl with foil and refrigerate at least 30-40 minutes. Boil water in a large pot. Form balls of mixture with hands. Drop into boiling water. Cover and cook over low heat for 30-40 minutes.


This is kinda like a spinach lasagna...ooey gooey good!

EGGLAND'S BEST SPINACH BAKE

6 Eggland's Best eggs
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon minced onions
2 teaspoon Carbquik
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard or 1 teaspoon Dijon style mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, cooked and drained
1 teaspoon pimento garnish

In a medium bowl, beat together all ingredients except spinach. Lay spinach in bottom of greased 1-1/2 quart casserole or baking dish. Pour mixed ingredients on top of spinach. Bake in a preheated 350° F oven about 30-35 minutes until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Garnish with pimentos.


Nothing puts you in the Christmas spirit like eggnog

EGGLAND'S BEST EGGNOG

6 large Eggland's Best eggs
1/2 cup granulated Splenda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 quart heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sugar-free whipped topping (as desired)
*Garnishes or stir-ins, (optional)

In a large saucepan, beat together Eggland's Best eggs, Splenda, and salt. Stir in 2 cups of the cream. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until mixture is just to a boil and thick enough to coat a metal spoon. Remove from heat. Stir in remaining 2 cups of cream and the vanilla. Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled. Just before serving, pour into a bowl or pitcher. Fold in whipped topping and garnish or add stir-ins, as desired. Serve immediately.

*Serving Ideas: Garnishes or Stir-ins - Low-carb chocolate curls, cinnamon, extracts or flavorings, ground nutmeg, or peppermint sticks.

Want Some Low-Carb Egg Nog French Toast?

Combining a classic taste of the holidays with low-carb bread

Tis' the season to be egg-noggin', fa la la la la, la la la la...

Hey low-carb officianados, you caught me in the mood for singing carols today because I've got a peculiar recipe to share with you that takes a popular flavor of the Christmas season and infuses it into a breakfast favorite.

Egg nog is one of those uniquely Christmastime pleasures that make waiting for the holidays to come worthwhile. So how about treating your family and guests in your home this year to an Egg Nog French Toast? Oh yeah, and it's low-carb, too! You better believe it, baby!

The secret is the amazing DaVinci Sugar Free Egg Nog Flavored Syrup along with Irene's Low Carb White Bread. At just 4g carbs per slice, you can't beat this delightful holiday treat. Special thanks to our friends at Low-Carb Connoisseur for sharing this recipe just in time for Thanksgiving morning!

LOW-CARB EGG NOG FRENCH TOAST

Irene's Low Carb White Bread
1/2 cup heavy cream mixed with 1/2 cup water
1/2 cup DaVinci Sugar Free Egg Nog Flavored Syrup
3 eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
Powdered cinnamon
Splenda
Fresh strawberries

1. Mix cream mixture, eggs, Da Vinci Sugar Free Egg Nog Syrup and salt in a shallow bowl. Dip bread slices into mixture until saturated.

2. Heat butter and oil in a large nonstick skillet. Cook slices in batches 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Do not crowd skillet. Add more butter and oil to skillet as needed. Transfer cooked slices to baking sheet to keep warm while cooking remaining slices.

3. Sprinkles slices with cinnamon and Splenda. Finally, garnish with fresh strawberries.