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Eggs Baked in Pipérade

3.5

(12)

Piperade, a saucy tomato and pepper mixture from the Basque regions of France and Spain, is often paired with eggs.

Cooks' note:

The yolks in this recipe are not fully cooked. If salmonella is a problem in your area, bake until yolks are completely set.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon hot paprika
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 (14- to 15-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, including juice
8 large eggs
3 ounces crumbled feta (3/4 cup)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 450°F.

    Step 2

    Cook onion and bell peppers in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet, covered, over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 7 to 8 minutes. Add paprika and garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add tomatoes with juice and cook, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 5 to 9 minutes.

    Step 3

    Warm eggs (still in shell) in a bowl of hot water 5 minutes, then drain.

    Step 4

    Transfer vegetables to a 3-quart shallow baking or gratin dish and make 8 indentations in mixture with back of a large spoon. Crack an egg into each indentation and season with salt and pepper. Bake until egg whites are set but yolks are still slightly runny, 8 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with feta and serve immediately.

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