Tomato Soup with Poached Eggs and Crispy Croutons

Name: Tomato Soup with Poached Eggs and Crispy Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cups 1/2-inch cubes day-old Italian bread (crusts removed); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2-3 slices thick-cut lean bacon, cut into 1/8-inch dice; 1/2 cup minced onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes, with their juice; 4 medium or large eggs; 1 tablespoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley; Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups 1/2-inch cubes day-old Italian bread (crusts removed)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2-3 slices thick-cut lean bacon, cut into 1/8-inch dice
1/2 cup minced onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes, with their juice
4 medium or large eggs
1 tablespoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

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Heat the oil in a large, wide, heavy saucepan over medium heat.
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When the oil is hot enough to sizzle a bread cube, add all the bread cubes and saute until golden, about 3 minutes.
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With a slotted spoon, transfer to a medium bowl.
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Sprinkle with salt and a grinding of pepper and set aside.
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Discard the oil in the pan and wipe the pan dry with a paper towel.
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Add the bacon to the pan and cook, stirring, over medium heat for 2 minutes.
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Add the onion, reduce the heat to medium-low and saute until golden, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute for 1 minute more.
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Place a food mill over the saucepan and puree th etomatoes and their juices directly into the pan.
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(Or, if you do not have a good mill, puree in a food processor and press through a strainer, using a rubber spatula; discard the solids.)
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Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is slightly reduced, about 20 minutes.
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Season to taste.
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(The soup can be made up to 1 day ahead.)
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Just before serving, break the eggs one at a time into a cup and slip them into the simmering soup, distributing them evenly.
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Cover and cook until the whites are setand the yolks are cooked to the desired doneness, 8 to 10 minutes.
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Distribute the croutons among four soup bowls.
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Carefully ladle the eggs into the bowls, then ladle the soup on top.
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Top each serving with some of the parsley and cheese and serve.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 cups 1/2-inch cubes day-old Italian bread (crusts removed), Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2-3 slices thick-cut lean bacon, cut into 1/8-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Tomato Soup with Poached Eggs and Crispy Croutons falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!