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Eggs in Purgatory
Serves 4 people
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Course
Breakfast, Main Course
Servings
4
people
Equipment
Large skillet
Ingredients
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3
garlic cloves
sliced
3
anchovy filets
1
Tbsp
olive oil
28
oz
can whole peeled tomatoes
hand crushed
¼
tsp
red chili flakes
¼
cup
pecorino romano
5
large eggs
¼
cup
ricotta
Fresh basil leaves
Salt and pepper
to taste
Toasted bread
for serving
Instructions
In a large skillet, over medium heat, cook garlic and anchovies until aromatic and garlic has softened.
Add red chili flake and hand crushed tomatoes.
Season with salt and pepper.
Simmer tomatoes on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce has thickened.
Stir in pecorino.
Make little beds in sauce and add eggs to bed.
Cover pan and cook on low until egg whites have set and yolks are still runny. About 5 minutes.
Top with ricotta and basil and finish with flake salt and olive oil.
Enjoy with toasted bread!
Keyword
Eggs
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