High-Flying Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce

Poaching the eggs directly in the tomato sauce not only adds great flavor, it makes cleanup a snap. Use hearty artisan-style country bread to soak up the sauce and make a breakfast dish worth remembering.

Yields 2 servings; serving size 2 eggs

Calories: 446.2

Protein: 18.6 grams

Carbohydrates: 38.8 grams

Sugar: 5.8 grams

Fat: 25.62 grams

2 tablespoons olive oil

½ cup onion, minced

1 clove garlic, chopped

1 teaspoon Splenda

2 cups crushed tomatoes

1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped

4 fresh basil leaves, torn

Salt and pepper to taste

4 slices toast

4 eggs

  • Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan. Sauté the onion and garlic. Add the Splenda, tomatoes, rosemary, basil, salt, and pepper.

  • Bring the sauce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 10 minutes. Make the toast and place on warm plates.

  • Break the eggs into the simmering sauce. Poach for 2–3 minutes. Spoon eggs and sauce over toast.

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