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Spicy Calabrian Eggs

A fiery Italian breakfast dish featuring baked eggs nestled in a vibrant sauce of crushed tomatoes, spicy 'nduja sausage, and fragrant garlic. This recipe is quick to prepare, making it perfect for a bold start to your day.

Spicy Calabrian Eggs

Prep Time

25 min

Difficulty

Easy

Servings

2

Calories

350 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    ~5 min
  2. 2

    Finely mince the garlic cloves.

    ~2 min
  3. 3

    Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

    ~3 min
  4. 4

    Crumble in the 'nduja sausage and cook, stirring frequently, until it breaks down and the fat renders, about 3-4 minutes.

    ~4 min
  5. 5

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and black pepper, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

    ~5 min
  6. 6

    Carefully crack the eggs directly into the sauce, spacing them apart. You can make small wells in the sauce for the eggs.

    ~1 min
  7. 7

    Transfer the frying pan to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.

    ~10 min
  8. 8

    Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Tips

  • For an extra kick, add a pinch more red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Serve directly from the oven with crusty bread for dipping into the delicious sauce and runny yolks.

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