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How Eggs Became A Staple Breakfast Food


Published on 2025-04-26 04:28:01 - Chowhound
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  • Eggs are a staple breakfast food right across the world, but how did they rise to such an esteemed position on the global breakfast plate in the first place?

Eggs became a staple breakfast food in the United States due to a combination of historical, cultural, and economic factors. Initially, eggs were not commonly consumed for breakfast; it was not until the 19th century that they began to appear on American breakfast tables, influenced by European breakfast habits and the availability of fresh eggs due to improved transportation and farming techniques. The rise of the industrial revolution and urbanization led to quicker, more convenient breakfast options, with eggs being both affordable and nutritious. Marketing campaigns, such as the one launched by the Egg Board in the 1970s with the slogan "The incredible, edible egg," further solidified eggs' place in American breakfast culture. Additionally, the versatility of eggs, which can be prepared in numerous ways, contributed to their widespread adoption as a breakfast staple.

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