Baked Eggs, West Indian Style

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Put the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; a minute later, add the chiles and garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring.

3. 3

   Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens, 5 to 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture becomes saucy, 10 to 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Season with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Put a portion of the sauce in each of 4 ramekins or put all of it in the bottom of a gratin dish.

7. 7

   If youre using a gratin dish, make 8 nests in the sauce using the back of a spoon; crack 1 egg into each nest or 2 eggs into each ramekin.

8. 8

   Top with salt, pepper, and the melted butter.

9. 9

   Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the eggs are barely set.

10. 10

    The yolks should still be soft and runnytake care not to overcook.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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