Eggs Poached In Pasta Sauce

Hooray for healthy dinners from a jar! This is my less impressive version of shakshuka using only 2 ingredients. This recipe is simply eggs poached in a jar of pasta sauce, a recipe that came to me on a particularly draining day. The eggs cook gently in the simmering sauce until the whites set and the yolks are creamy. You can keep it simple with a sprinkle of Parmesan or add mixed veggies for extra fiber. Be sure to read the label of the pasta sauce and check for no preservatives or added sugars.

Simple, hormone-friendly recipes are just one part of what I do here at Finding My Fierce. If you’re a woman over 40 and want to learn about rebel wellness, feral confidence, perimenopause and reducing overwhelm, start here 

Ingredients

(see printable recipe card down below)

SERVINGS: 4 | Start to finish: 15 minutes

• 1 jar (567 g / 20 oz) pasta sauce or marinara sauce, no added sugar

• ¼ cup (60 ml) water

• ¼ tsp (0.5 g) red pepper flakes

• 4 eggs

• 1 tbsp (3 g) Italian seasoning blend, or a combination of dried basil and parsley (omit if using flavored sauce)

• ¼ cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese

Swaps and enhancement for perimenopause and insulin resistance:

• add 1 cup chopped spinach for fiber and magnesium

• serve avocado on the side for healthy fats that buffers carbohydrates in the tomato sauce

How To Make This

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, bring the tomato sauce and water to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

2. Using a spoon, make small wells in the sauce, then crack the eggs into the wells. Cover the pan with a lid or aluminum foil, and cook until the whites are completely set and the yolks are the way you like them.

3. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning blend and Parmesan cheese. Serve.

Real Talk: Commercial Pasta Sauce

The pasta sauce aisle is one of the more confusing places in the grocery store for IR women because no-added-sugar does not mean clean, low-sodium, no preservatives or olive-oil-based. Read the label for contents and added sugars. Rao's Homemade and Ragu Simply are 2 brands worth mentioning depending on your budget.

Before You Go

This recipe came out of the same place where I write the rest of this blog: in a vintage RV parked in the woods next to a river, where I write about rebel wellness, fierce confidence, simple living and hormone friendly meals for women over 40 in perimenopause and menopause. If you’re interested to learn more about these topics, read my story  or start here .

If this made meal time a little easier, leave a comment below or a review on the recipe card. Tell me what you swapped or what you added.

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Eggs Poached in Pasta Sauce

Servings: 6

Author: Melissa

Cook time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

Perfect for camping or a quick meal at home with only 2 heart-healthy ingredients; a jar of healthy pasta sauce and eggs. With a few optional add-ins, you can make the sauce mild or spicy and toss in a few chopped veggies for extra health benefits. This recipe is DASH diet, MIND diet and Mediterranean friendly.

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Ingredients

• 20 oz jar of pasta sauce or marinara sauce with no added sugar (I use this one)
• ¼ cup water
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit for less spicy)
• 6 eggs
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend or a combination of dried basil and parsley (omit if using flavored pasta sauce or marinara)
• Parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat (or campfire/grill), bring the tomato sauce and water to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
2. Using a wooden spoon, make small wells in the sauce, then crack the eggs into the wells. Cover the pan with a lid or aluminum foil, and cook until the whites are completely set and the yolks are the way you like them, about 3–5 minutes.
3. Scoop the cooked eggs and sauce onto plates (or server out of the skillet!), sprinkle with herbs (if using), and serve with Parmesan and crusty bread (optional)

Notes

The star ingredient is jarred pasta sauce, or marinara. These generally are high in added sugar, and some have high sodium content, so be sure to read the contents label to look for the cleanest, healthiest version. See recommended products, below.

Add—ins are optional, but encouraged. I like a little Italian seasoning mix and fresh parsley. Parmesan is great if it fits your eating plan. Occasionally, I like to spice it up with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. Included any chopped veggie you like—bell peppers and mushrooms add many health benefits.

Recommended Products on Amazon

365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Marinara Pasta Sauce

Rao's Homemade Pasta Sauce

Prego Pasta Sauce, No Sugar Added

Nutrition Facts

Calories

87.61

Fat (grams)

4.53 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

1.43 g

Fiber (grams)

1.53 g

Net carbs

4.11 g

Sugar (grams)

3.71 g

Protein (grams)

6.72 g

Sodium (milligrams)

521.53 mg

Calcium

39.23 mg

Magnesium

19.67 mg

Potassium

350.9 mg

Vitamin B12

0.39 µg

Vitamin C

6.73 mg

Vitamin D

0.88 µg

Vitamin E

1.85 mg

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