Italian Baked Eggs

Italian Baked Eggs start with sautéing onion, garlic, and red chili flakes in olive oil until golden and fragrant. Crushed tomatoes are then simmered to create a rich sauce seasoned with salt and pepper. This sauce is portioned into baking dishes where eggs are cracked on top, sprinkled with grated cheddar or Parmigiano Reggiano, and baked until the whites are firm but the yolks retain a luscious, runny texture.

The combination delivers a balance of tender simmered tomato sauce against the creamy texture of eggs and melted cheese. Fresh basil added after baking imparts herbaceous brightness. The dish is complemented well by toasted bread to scoop up the sauce and runny egg.

This preparation makes a warm and comforting breakfast or light dinner. The cooking timing allows customization of egg doneness, and the flavors harmonize with moderate heat from chili flakes and umami from cheese.