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Poached Eggs in Marinara Sauce

A ten minute breakfast looks like it took at least 11.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Italian eggs, poached eggs, Poached Eggs in Marinara Sauce
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups marinara sauce
  • tiny pinch of cayenne pepper, no more than 1/8th teaspoon (optional)
  • 6 basil leaves, chopped (more for garnish if desired)
  • 3-4 eggs
  • sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2-4 slices toasted baguette, thickly sliced

Instructions

  • Pour sauce into a medium size skillet and heat on medium heat until simmering. Add cayenne and basil, stir
  • Make little "wells" in the sauce using the back of a large spoon. Carefully crack eggs into wells (if you feel unsure you can always crack eggs into a small bowl first and then tip them into marinara)
  • Cover pan with lid and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until whites are set and yolks are runny. Turn off heat, season with sea salt and black pepper and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Toast the baguette slices. Scoop eggs and sauce onto bread slices and enjoy!