Seriously Simple: Simple soup offers cozy comfort in cool weather
1 medium eggplant, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced
1/2 small savoy cabbage, cored and coarsely chopped
1 bunch red swiss chard, coarsely chopped
1 bunch cavolo nero or kale, coarsely chopped
1 can (14 1/2 ounce) crushed tomatoes
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
12 day-old slices Tuscan or French bread, toasted, if necessary
8 large eggs, optional
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