15-Minute Eggs in Vodka Sauce

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Drawing inspiration from the classic Italian recipe Uova al Purgatorio (Eggs in Purgatory), this easy one-pot meal melds tangy tomato sauce with perfectly poached eggs, ideal for sopping up with crispy toasted bread. We like to add a dash of heavy cream to give the sauce some extra richness, but you can leave it out if you prefer. A garnish of chopped fresh basil or parsley, if you have it on hand, would be a welcome addition.

Active Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
the ingredients to make the 15-Minute Eggs in Vodka Sauce

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained

  • 1 cup jarred vodka sauce

  • 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves

  • 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons refrigerated garlic paste

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • 4 large eggs

  • Pinch of salt

  • 4 ounces whole-wheat baguette (about 9 inches), cut crosswise into 4 pieces and toasted

Directions

  1. Stir diced tomatoes, vodka sauce, basil, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, cream (if using), garlic paste and crushed red pepper together in a 12-inch nonstick skillet.

    a step in making the 15-Minute Eggs in Vodka Sauce

    Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle

  2. Make 4 indentations in the mixture. Crack 1 egg into each indentation. Sprinkle the sauce with the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan; sprinkle the eggs with salt.

    a step in making the 15-Minute Eggs in Vodka Sauce

    Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle

  3. Partially cover the skillet; cook over medium heat, undisturbed, until the egg whites are just set and the yolks are still runny, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve with baguette.

    Overhead photo of Vodka Sauce Eggs with bread

    Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

EatingWell.com, March 2024

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

235 Calories
10g Fat
23g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 cup sauce & egg mixture & 1 oz. baguette
Calories 235
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 23g 8%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 4g
Added Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 12g 24%
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 3g 16%
Cholesterol 193mg 64%
Vitamin A 131µg
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Vitamin D 1µg
Vitamin E 2mg 15%
Folate 69µg
Vitamin K 15µg
Sodium 510mg 22%
Calcium 119mg 9%
Iron 2mg 12%
Magnesium 35mg 8%
Potassium 369mg 8%
Zinc 1mg 13%
Vitamin B12 1µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.