Instructions: Melt butter in 6-quart pot. Saute onion, celery, eggplant and potatoes. Add seasonings and cook, uncovered, over medium heat, stirring frequently, until potatoes are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.

Stir in stock and cook, uncovered, over medium heat until mixture begins to thicken, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat and add cream. Serve immediately.

Makes 12 to 16 servings.

(1982: Knapp

unforgettable dishes from the RSVP Column of Bon Appetit (1996: PATh c/

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