Eggs Poached in Marinara Sauce Recipe (2024)

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Rose

Made quick, light marinara by thinly slicing 2 garlic cloves and adding to a few tbsp olive oil. Heat oil until garlic just started to sizzle, then added 3-4 chopped tomatoes & some salt. Simmered 5-10 mins, added eggs. Garnished with fresh basil & avocado instead, delicious healthy breakfast that felt warm & filling

Suzanne

Delicious over polenta.

Mimi cooks

This is so comforting when you're by yourself and don't want to cook, or you want to impress at breakfast time. What a great idea to freeze your own home made sauce in portions sizes. I freeze in 1 cup portions.
Turn this to chilaquiles in Step 1 by adding 10 corn chips when you turn the heat to low. In about 10 minutes they'll fully soften (beyond bending), then go on to Step 2. Trade out the cayenne for Cholula and trade the parmesan for cotija. Buono becomes bueno.

Regina

This was surprisingly good. Need to watch the eggs carefully--they went from not done to slightly over done very quickly.

Philip

Need to puy a lid on the pan when the eggs are poaching

Anne

Made this tonight. It was more filling than anticipated. I used Red fife bread for tasting, which gave it a nice crunch. I also added some leftover arugula and a dollop of leftover ricotta as a garnish - made it a much more elegant looking dinner and added some nice flavor and texture.

Susan Lilly

Very good over sauteed spinach. I made it for 4 in a bigger skillet, and it turned out great.

acmadigan726

made it with a bottled marinara sauce and added fresh mozzarella instead of parmesan. This is a remakrably easy, filling and healthy meal!

Michael

She says that, "Cover the pan and simmer..."

Adam

It's very similar to the Israeli dish "Shakshuka"
Check it out, it's the ultimate breakfast, together with home made Tahini sauce and fresh bread...
http://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014721-shakshuka-with-feta

CAMarasco

I've made this many times. It's great when you want something for dinner but don't feel like cooking.

Stef

If you're short on time, jarred sauce works well too.

Tia Lombardi

My father's version of "Eggs in Purgatory" was sweet and fiery. Sauté onions, garlic, and thinly sliced hot and sweet peppers. Add salt and pepper, even fennel and coriander seed. When vegetables are cooked, add a splash of vinegar and chopped tomatoes. Cook until thickened and add fresh herbs (parsley, marjoram, and/or basil). Poach the eggs in the mixture. Finish with olive oil, finely grated pecorino cheese, black pepper, Calabrian red chili pepper, and more herbs.

CH

This is the most wonderful quick meal. Breakfast, lunch or dinner. With parm or feta melted on top. I use Rao’s Arrabbiata if possible. On top of greens or toast. You can’t go wrong.

Sheryll

Shakshuka is the Israeli version, with spinach cooked in the tomato garlic sauce, before poaching the egg on top. Habit formingly delicious.

Mary

Finished with Kalamata olives, prosciutto, and grated parmigiana reggiano cheese. We didn't have quite enough marinara so a little left over Rao's pizza sauce went into the mix. Delicious.

davidm

Made this with Raos for a quick breakfast. Absolutely delicious!

Jussi

Better to plate the poached eggs on the original marina sauce.

Eric P

This is reminiscent of Shakshuka. Looks good.

Diana Breen

Bridget likes this! Used about a cup of marinara. Put a clear lid on the the pot so I could see when it was done. See red with bread.

christa

Over the moon about this simple recipe. I added harissa to the marinara and replaced the Parmesan with Feta because I had it on hand. Delish. Will be adding this to my rotation for easy, quick meals.

chelsea

This is a great no recipe recipe. Didn’t have basil on hand so omitted it. Bloomed some black pepper in a bit of olive oil before dropping the sauce in the pan and then threw some stale sourdough bread on my grill pan. It came out delicious and was so easy!

Caity

Extremely delicious. I was surprised by how simple it was and how good it was.

CaTo

This is very nice with Julia Moskin’s classic marinara and a couple of fresh slivered basil leaves. Made it with feta today instead of Parmesan and found the feta to be a noticeable improvement. I’ll be using that moving forward.

Lisa Efthymiou

This good to make for just myself when Dino’s gone. Look at the notes other people have left, like serving on top of sautéed spinach, or putting fresh arugula and a dollop of ricotta on the side. Plan a decent bread to do a sort of bruschetta on the side, maybe rub with olive oil and garlic and throw in a hot oven to toast them. Like a baguette.

Lee H

I made with pureed leftover ratatouille rather than marinara sauce. Delicious

Sheila Mooney

Favorite fast meal. I like to sauté spinach in garlic first, then chop up a big old heirloom tomato that is just about to get too soft. Then as directed. Will def do garlic-anointed bread the next time...

Dena

I admit I sometimes cheat and use good quality sauce from a jar. I also take it to Mexico using mild picante sauce and cheese.

Sheryll

Shakshuka is the Israeli version, with spinach cooked in the tomato garlic sauce, before poaching the egg on top. Habit formingly delicious.

Becky

Can make Shaksuka with eggplant and or zucchini and or onions and or peppers ( red or green) all in a tomato base all delicious!

Edna Ann

I used baby kale and the NYT marinara sauce recipe. Swoon worthy...

CH

This is the most wonderful quick meal. Breakfast, lunch or dinner. With parm or feta melted on top. I use Rao’s Arrabbiata if possible. On top of greens or toast. You can’t go wrong.

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Eggs Poached in Marinara Sauce Recipe (2024)

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How to poach an egg in a sauce pan? ›

Method
  1. Fill a large saucepan with water and add the vinegar. ...
  2. Crack the egg into a small bowl. ...
  3. Stir the water to create a gentle whirlpool which will help the egg white wrap around the yolk. ...
  4. Cook for 3-4 mins, until the white is cooked through.

What's the secret to poached eggs? ›

9 Tips for the Perfect Poached Egg At Home
  1. Start with fresh eggs. The fresher the eggs, the better! ...
  2. Wait a sec: Give the water a moment to stop boiling. ...
  3. Use vinegar. ...
  4. Use a small bowl. ...
  5. Swirl the water. ...
  6. Don't crowd the pot! ...
  7. Avoid cooking the egg for longer than 3 minutes. ...
  8. Try a soup ladle.

How many minutes for poached eggs? ›

A really soft poached egg should take around 2 minutes and a soft-to-firm one will need 4 minutes (it depends on the size of the egg and whether you're using it straight from the fridge). To check if it's done, carefully remove your egg from the pan with a slotted spoon and give it a gentle prod with a teaspoon.

How to add egg to pasta sauce? ›

Drop a yolk into the pan or pot just after it's come off the heat, so that it's hot but not boiling. Whisk or stir quickly to break the yolk. Progressively, the residual heat will cook the yolk as you mix it into the entire dish. Once it hits around 160 degrees, it should be glossy and thick.

How do you poach an egg step by step? ›

How to make poached eggs
  1. Pour boiling water into a shallow pan or frying pan, to a depth of about 3cm. Bring back to the boil then reduce to a simmer.
  2. Crack each egg into a. cup, then gently tip. ...
  3. Using medium eggs, simmer for: 2 minutes - soft. ...
  4. Carefully remove the poached egg with a slotted spoon and serve immediately.

How do you make poached eggs taste better? ›

Vinegar helps the egg whites set, preventing them from spreading all around the pot of water. I never find my eggs taste vinegary with the ratio of vinegar to water suggested in the recipe below: 1 tablespoon vinegar for 2 cups of water. If you don't want to use the vinegar because you don't like the flavor, omit it.

Should water be boiling for poached eggs? ›

The poaching water should just barely simmer; rapid boiling will cause the eggs to break up as they cook. Poached eggs can be made ahead of time and held for up to two days. Undercook them slightly so the yolks remain runny when reheated. Refrigerate in enough water to cover the eggs.

What are 3 ways to poach an egg? ›

We have three of the easiest techniques: the whirlpool method, the frypan method, and the oven method for perfectly runny yolks and tender whites every time. Set yourself up for success with the right eggs. What type of egg is good for poaching?

Can you overcook poached egg? ›

It's Fast—Do Not Overcook

Err on the side of less time. The whites should be just set and the yolk still soft. The best part of a poached egg is the luxurious way the yolk oozes and coats everything it touches with a layer of vivid gold. An overcooked yolk loses its magic.

Do you need vinegar to poach an egg? ›

The salt helps season the eggs, and the vinegar helps the egg whites stay together while they poach. The vinegar is optional, but I use it when I poach eggs.

Should I add an egg to my spaghetti sauce? ›

Egg yolks are the ideal addition to pasta sauces, salad dressings and custards that need thickening. The protein in egg yolks thicken when heated and they also add a richness to sauces. You'll need to be careful when adding egg yolks to hot sauces because they can scramble the sauce.

Why do you put eggs in spaghetti sauce? ›

The trick is to add an egg! That's right, the fat from the yolk and the egg white help make tomato sauce silky and smooth. And before you freak out about adding a raw egg to your food let me assure you that the egg does get cooked.

What can I add to pasta sauce to make it better? ›

Tossing in strips of basil, a sprig of thyme or some oregano can take your sauce to the next level. Although fresh herbs might pop a bit more, dried herbs and spices can work just as well. Sprinkling in some red pepper flakes, a pinch of parsley and a dash of salt and pepper can liven up your jarred pasta sauce.

Can you poach eggs in a nonstick pan? ›

Always deliver the eggs to the pan with a custard cup or large spoon. Avoid cracking directly into the pan. When using a nonstick skillet, cook in no more than an inch of water.

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