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I like the dark yolks as well but read recently that America's Test Kitchen found no discernible taste difference. Is it simply aesthetics?

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It makes a huge difference in the color of fresh pasta. Typical American egg yolks leave pasta looking very pale, but if you can find dark orange yolks, the pasta will have a beautiful gold color.

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I don't agree with America's Test Kitchen; I do think you can tell the difference.

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(But who can get them?)

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Brings back memories of agriturismo in Urbino.

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Dec 27, 2021Liked by Melissa McCart

I have always noticed about the dark yolks, which we saw decades ago, but you've never seen again. Its great to read about someone who thinks it is very important.

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Dec 27, 2021Liked by Melissa McCart

Dark Yolks..you are so right..the best! Lived in Parma for 6 months and the eggs were delicious! Buy Farm eggs here in Maine, good but not as good as Italian Eggs and yes..food scraps are the key to better yolks!

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