Eggs in Purgatory

Eggs in Purgatory is a traditional Italian dish known as ‘Uova in Purgatorio’ in Italian, which refers to the eggs simmering in the fiery tomato sauce.

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: 10.

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Eggs in Purgatory

Cooking Method: Baking, 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: 600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 teaspoon Olive oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 cup Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 unit Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant.
2. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Create small wells in the sauce and crack eggs into each well. Cover and cook until eggs are cooked to desired doneness.
4. Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves and Parmesan cheese.
5. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

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.