Poached Eggs over Bulgur and Broccoli Rabe

Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture, but this meal is still worth remembering! This marked only my second foray into the use of bulgur, but it definitely won't be my last. This whole grain is not only delicious, and even somewhat "meaty" in a way, for those omnivores reluctantly having a vegetarian dinner, but also packs in fiber, protein, and iron along with several other key nutrients. You can enjoy it guilt-free, though of course, as with all carbs, moderation is still key.

Here, the bulgur bulks up a delicious stew-like meal that is topped with broccoli rabe, onions, and poached eggs. This dinner in one will leave you feeling satisfied and content without being overly stuffed nor guilt-ridden at your binge. Always a fan of breakfast for dinner, this savory meal even had my husband raving... a husband who is generally not a fan of mixing his meals and used to see eggs at dinner as anathema. No longer - he's already asking for this meal again! Let me know what you guys think in the comments.

Difficulty: medium-easy
Time: 40 min

Ingredients:
2 tsp olive oil
1.5 c sweet onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
3 c vegetable broth, unsalted
3/4 c bulgur wheat
4 c broccoli rabe, cut into 1" pieces
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 eggs (free range, of course!)

Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the oil, swirling to coat. Then add the onions, garlic, and red pepper. Saute for 7-8 minutes, stirring to keep from burning.

Add the vegetable broth and an additional cup of water. Bring to a light boil. Add the bulgur and stir well to combine. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. The bulgur should expand and soften.

Add the broccoli rabe, recover, and simmer for another 10 minutes. Add the lemon juice and black pepper and stir well to combine.

Carefully crack each egg into a small dish and then gently pour it (but swiftly to prevent the white from spreading) into the stew. Make sure the eggs are separated in the stew. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until cooked to your desired degree.

Serve as it is now, with the poached eggs over the bulgur-broccoli rabe mix. When you cut the egg the yolk should come out and provide a lovely flavor in each bite. For an extra burst of flavor, you can sprinkle on a tsp of your favorite grated cheese on each of the two servings!

Servings: 2
Serving size: 2 poached eggs and half the bulgur/broccoli mix (about 3 cups)
Nutrition: calories 470; carbs 57g; fat 14g; protein 35g; sodium 524mg; iron 37mg