Eggs in Purgatory

Eggs in Purgatory is a traditional Italian dish, also known as ‘Uova in Purgatorio’. The name comes from the appearance of the eggs simmering in the spicy tomato sauce, resembling souls in purgatory.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Eggs in Purgatory

Cooking Method: Simmering Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean Courses: Breakfast, Brunch Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 2 Calories: 500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 teaspoon Olive Oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 cup Crushed Tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 4 each Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
• 4 leaves Fresh Basil

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant.
2. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Make wells in the tomato sauce and crack an egg into each well.
4. Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs are done to your liking.
5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
6. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.