Eggs in Purgatory

Directions

1. 1
   Prep all your ingredients before starting. Chiffonade your basil for later.
2. 2
   To start the soup, add oil to a large sauce pan and add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for a few minutes on medium-high heat until they are fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3. 3
   Add crushed tomatoes, water, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and simmer for a few minutes.
4. 4
   Toast the bread in a 400 degree oven.
5. 5
   Crack each egg individually in a bowl and gently slide each egg into the tomato soup mixture. Make sure your soup is just lightly simmering and not boiling when you do this.
6. 6
   Cook eggs for about 3 minutes for runny yolks.
7. 7
   Serve each piece of toast with an egg and a ladle full of tomato soup.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with basil and serve immediately.