Eggs in Purgatory

The BEST eggs! From the Sopranos.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  clove  crushed garlic
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  cups  canned tomato puree
• 4  fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces or
• 1  pinch dried oregano
•  salt and pepper
• 8  large eggs
• 1  tablespoon parmesan cheese or 1  tablespoon romano cheese

Directions

1. In a medium skillet, cook the garlic in the oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes, or until lightly golden.
2. Add the tomato, basil, and salt and pepper to taste.
3. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened.
4. Break an egg into a small cup.
5. With a spoon, make a well in the tomato sauce.
6. Slide the egg into the sauce.
7. Continue with the remaining eggs.
8. Sprinkle with the cheese.
9. Cover and cook for 3 minutes, or until the eggs are done to your taste.
10. Serve hot.