Eggs Poached in Tomato Sauce - Onions & Peppers

Hands on time : 18 minutes ... Total time 25 minutes

This saucy dish makes a great savory breakfast , or pair with a side salad for a light dinner option ....

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

2 cups sliced red bell pepper

1 cup sliced green bell pepper

1 cup sliced onion

2 garlic cloves , minced

2 cups lower-sodium marinara sauce ( such as McCutcheon's)

1 teaspoon dried oregano

4 large eggs

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

4 (1 1/2) slices 100% whole wheat bread , toasted

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

4 teaspoons shaved fresh Parmesan cheese

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1 ) Heat a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat . Add olive oil to pan ; swirl to coat . Add bell peppers and onions ; cook 6 minutes , stirring occasionall . Add garlic , cook for 2 minutes , stirring frequently . Reduce heat to medium low . Stir in marinara sauce and oregano ; cook for 3 minutes , stirring occasionally .

2) Form 4 (3-inch) indentations in vegetables mixture using the back of a spoon . Break i egg into each indentation ; sprinkle salt and pepper evenly over eggs . Cover and cook 6 minutes or until eggs are dired degree od doneness.

3) Arrange 1 toast slice on each of 4 plates . Top each slice with 1/2 cup sauce and 1 egg . Sprinkle each serving with 1 - 1/2 teaspoon persley and 1 teaspoon cheese .

Serves 4