ORLANDO, Fla. — Egg prices are soaring, and some restaurants are changing to keep costs down.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed another case of the bird flu as the outbreak continues to disrupt the egg supply.
Prices have more than doubled, now averaging $4.95 for a dozen.
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Stores like Costco and Walmart also limit how many cartons shoppers can buy.
As a result, some restaurants are adding egg surcharges, while others are turning to alternatives — using tapioca starch or increasing the portion of meat and potatoes.
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Sales of plant-based substitutes are also surging as suppliers rush to meet demand.
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