Pasta, Chilli & Pepperoni with Poached Egg
Preparation time: 5 mins.
Cooking time: 10 mins.
Serves: 1.
Ingredients
- 75g/2oz linguine pasta
- dash of vinegar
- 1 large egg
- 60ml/4 tbsp ready made tomato and chilli pasta sauce
- 15g/1/2 oz pepperoni slices
- 15g/1/2 oz rocket leaves
Method
- Cook the pasta in a large pan of boiling water for 10-12 mins or according to packet instructions.
- Meanwhile, fill a large pan with water to a depth of 5cm/2in. Add the vinegar and a dash of salt and bring to the oil. Carefully crack in the eggs and when the water is simmering, cook the eggs for 2-3mins depending on how soft you like your eggs. Use a slotted spoon to lift the eggs from the water and drain on kitchen paper.
- Drain the pasta, stir in the sauce, pepperoni and rocket and toss well to mix. Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with the poached egg and serve with green salad.
