10-Minute Savory Egg and Mixed Bean Skillet
Warm mixed beans simmered in a quick tomato-herb sauce and topped with soft poached eggs. A warm, protein-packed breakfast made in under 10 minutes with minimal effort.
Prep
2 min
Cook
8 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becky + Lila
Becky created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
2 min
Cook
8 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan
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Instructions
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Next: Place a small non-stick skillet or saucepan…
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Place a small non-stick skillet or saucepan…
Place a small non-stick skillet or saucepan over medium heat, 350°F (175°C).
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Add the canned mixed beans and canned…
Add the canned mixed beans and canned diced tomatoes to the skillet, along with the dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
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Let the bean and tomato mixture simmer…
Let the bean and tomato mixture simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes until warm and slightly thickened.
Look for: warm and slightly thickened
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Use a spoon to create two small…
Use a spoon to create two small wells in the bean mixture. Crack 1 egg into each well.
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Cover the skillet with a lid
Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the egg whites are set and yolks are done to your liking.
Look for: the egg whites are set and yolks are done to your liking
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Remove from heat and serve directly from…
Remove from heat and serve directly from the skillet or transfer to a bowl.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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