Eggs Poached in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the tomato sauce and stir to combine.
3. Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low.
4. Gently crack the eggs into the sauce and cover the pan.
5. Let the eggs cook for about 5 minutes, or until they are poached to the desired doneness.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Carefully remove the eggs from the sauce and serve.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a popular breakfast option in many Italian households.
• Eggs poached in tomato sauce is also known as shakshuka.
• Poaching eggs is a great way to get a perfectly cooked egg without using a lot of oil.