Fried Egg, Red Pepper, Garlic and Herb Topping for

Name: Fried Egg, Red Pepper, Garlic and Herb Topping for Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pasta; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 4 large eggs; coarse salt, to taste; crushed hot red pepper flakes; ½ cup freshly grated parmagiano parmigiano-reggiano cheese; ¼ cup minced fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 tablespoon sage

Servings: persons

1
While the pasta for this dish is cooking, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over moderate heat.
2
Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
3
Add the eggs and cook, sunny-side up, basting with a spoon for 2 to 3 minutes without turning, or until the eggs are just done.
4
Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle eggs with coarse salt and hot red pepper flakes.
5
Time the dish so that the pasta is ready as soon as the eggs are done.
6
Place the pasta on a serving platter and toss with the Parmagiano-Reggiano, additional pepper flakes and parsley.
7
Pour the contents of the egg pan, including the oil, butter and garlic onto the pasta.
8
Garnish pasta and eggs with oregano or sage and serve immediately.
9
Enjoy!

860

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pasta, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Fried Egg, Red Pepper, Garlic and Herb Topping for Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fried Egg, Red Pepper, Garlic and Herb Topping for Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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