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Eggs in Purgatory
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Eggs in Purgatory

A classic Italian brunch item that will bring color to your morning meals.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 141kcal
Author Weatherly Becker-Gottlieb

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 large eggs
  • Fresh basil chopped (for garnish)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
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  • Stir in red pepper flakes and crushed tomatoes. Season with salt. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly.
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  • Make four wells in the sauce. Crack an egg into each well. Cover and cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until the eggs are set to your liking.
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  • Garnish with fresh basil and optional Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
    Eggs in Purgatory

Nutrition

Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 276IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg