Eggs in Purgatory

Eggs in Purgatory

Serves 3-4 / Time 30 minutes

½ tablespoon olive oil
½ white or yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon oregano
1 14oz. can diced tomatoes
1 14oz. can crushed tomatoes
4 eggs
4+ slices of rustic bread, lightly toasted or fried
Sea salt
Fresh ground pepper

1/ In a large skillet, over medium heat, add the oil. Once oil is shimmering, add the onions and cook until very fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

2/ Add the paprika & oregano, cook 1 more minute, stirring constantly. Add diced tomatoes & crushed tomatoes, bring to a boil and reduce to simmer. Let simmer for 10 minutes. 

3/ Make 4 wells in the sauce and crack each egg in a well. Sprinkle each egg with salt & pepper. Place lid on pot & cook for 5-7 minutes or until desired doneness. 

4/ Remove from heat. Scoop each egg out with a hearty helping of the tomato sauce. Place bread on the side and use it to soak up all the juices.