Eggs in Purgatory - November 2 - The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day)

This dish, originally from Southern Italy, features eggs poached in spicy tomato sauce. The sauce is purgatory and the eggs are the souls hoping to escape, although the metaphor breaks down a bit once we get to the table . . . unless our tummies are heaven. Let’s just go with that! The eggs can be cooked runny or firm. Whether your purgatory is spicy or mild is up to you (in this life any way). A chunky Italian tomato sauce and toasted bread on the side is traditional, but my family prefers it in a Mexican style, made with fresh salsa from
the refrigerated section and served with bread or tortillas. Either way, it makes a lovely breakfast, brunch, or dinner. For a more traditional Italian style, substitute a 28-ounce can of seasoned crushed tomatoes for the salsa.