Stanley Tucci’s Eggs in Purgatory

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin preferred)
• 1 small Yellow Onion (about 100 g, diced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 can (28 oz) San Marzano Style Whole Peeled Tomatoes (with juice)
• ½ teaspoon Red Chili Flakes (adjust to heat preference)
• ½ teaspoon Salt (to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper (optional)
• 4 pieces Large Eggs (room temperature)
• 4 slices Sturdy Bread (sourdough or ciabatta) (for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped, optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep Aromatics

   Dice the onion into small uniform pieces and mince the garlic cloves.

   Time: PT5M

2. Sauté Onion and Garlic

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté 3‑4 minutes until translucent, then add the minced garlic and cook 1 minute more, stirring constantly.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium

3. Add Tomatoes

   Open the can of San Marzano tomatoes, pour them (with juice) into the skillet, and crush the whole tomatoes with the back of a spoon until the sauce is slightly chunky.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium

4. Season the Sauce

   Stir in the red chili flakes, salt, and optional black pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently, uncovered, for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium

5. Cook the Eggs

   Make four small wells in the sauce and crack one egg into each well. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook 5‑6 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny (or longer for firmer yolks).

   Time: PT6M

   Temperature: low

6. Toast the Bread

   While the eggs finish, toast the bread slices until golden and crisp. You can use a toaster, grill, or the skillet on the side.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: high

7. Plate and Garnish

   Spoon the tomato‑egg mixture onto serving plates, place the toasted bread on the side, and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for freshness.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

580

Protein

18 g

Carbohydrates

40 g

Fat

37 g

Fiber

5 g