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Eggs in Purgatory

Eggs in purgatory is a one-pan meal made with eggs that are gently poached in a spicy tomato sauce with cannellini beans and topped with Pecorino Romano cheese and fresh herbs.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 222 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 28-ounce can plum tomatoes crushed
  • 3 cloves garlic sliced
  • 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans drained
  • 1 teaspoon Calabrian chili paste
  • 3 tablespoons pecorino romano grated
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons basil chopped, optional
  • 2 tablespoons mint or parsley chopped, optional

Instructions

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  1. Mix 1 teaspoon of Calabrian chili paste with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and set aside.
  2. In a 12 inch or larger pan saute the garlic in the remaining extra virgin olive oil over medium-low heat until golden (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Add in the tomatoes and bring sauce to a simmer (let it cook for about 10 minutes to lose some water). Add in the beans and cook for a few minutes until warm. Stir together, and taste test. Adjust salt to taste.
  4. Make a bit of a well with a spoon and crack an egg into the spot. Make 6 spots and repeat for all the eggs. Cover with a lid and let the egg solidify (about 7-10 minutes if you like the yolk runny).
  5. Turn off the heat and sprinkle with the Pecorino Romano and the herbs. Season each egg with a bit of salt and a drizzle of the Calabrian chili oil.
  6. Serve with crusty Italian bread to mop up all the sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use the freshest preferably free-range eggs you can find.
  • Calorie amounts are for 6 eggs in the sauce, but add more if you like.  Calories do not include bread for dipping.
  • Fresh cherry tomatoes or high-quality canned tomatoes both work well for this recipe.
  • Fresh herbs are optional but are nice to have.  Use your favorites.

Nutrition Information

Calories 222kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 17.6g (6%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 3.1g (16%) Cholesterol 283mg (94%) Sodium 687mg (29%) Potassium 110mg (3%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 3.1g (6%) Calcium 135mg (14%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 222

% Daily Value*

Calories 222kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 17.6g 6%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 3.1g 16%
Cholesterol 283mg 94%
Sodium 687mg 29%
Potassium 110mg 2%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 3.1g 6%
Calcium 135mg 14%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.