Eggs in Purgatory with Herbs & Feta
A rustic Italian dish that’s bold and comforting, featuring velvety fire-roasted tomatoes infused with lemon, smashed garlic, and a hint of crushed red pepper. Perfectly poached eggs rest in this flavorful sauce, topped with fresh herbs—cilantro, Thai basil, and dill. A crumble of creamy feta adds tangy richness, and crusty bread is perfect for savoring every bite.
Ingredients
6 Eggland’s Best eggs, large
5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Zest and juice from 1 lemon
1 (28 oz) can crushed fire roasted tomatoes
kosher salt
1 cup fresh herbs (cilantro, Thai basil, and dill)
4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
Crusty bread slices, for serving
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook 4 minutes, until fragrant.
- Add the red pepper flakes and lemon zest, cook another minute.
- Stir in the tomatoes and season with salt.
- Simmer on medium-low heat, uncovered until the tomatoes thicken into a sauce, around 10 minutes.
- Using the back of a spoon, open some space individually for 6 eggs, then crack an egg into each.
- Cover and cook until the eggs are set to your liking, 3 minutes for runnier yolks.
- When serving, crumble the feta over the dish. Top with mixed herbs, lemon juice, and a drizzle of butter.
- Serve with sliced toasted bread. Best enjoyed warm, within 10 minutes after cooking
Nutrition
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Learn More| Serving Size | 1 |
|---|---|
| Calories | 292 |
| Fat | 21g |
| Saturated Fat | 6g |
| Cholesterol | 202.7 mg |
| Sodium | 360 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 10.8 g |
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