Portuguese Bread & Garlic Soup with Cilantro (Açorda à Alentejana)

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1. 1Step 1: Pulse cilantro, garlic, bell pepper, chile, salt, and pepper in a food processor until roughly chopped.
2. 2Step 2: Add oil and purée to a smooth paste.
3. 3Step 3: Put ½ cup of paste in a bowl.
4. 4Step 4: Add bread, toss to coat, and set aside.
5. 5Step 5: Heat remaining paste in a 6-qt. saucepan over medium heat.
6. 6Step 6: Cook until fragrant, 2–3 minutes.
7. 7Step 7: Add stock and bring to a boil.
8. 8Step 8: While stirring constantly, slowly drizzle in eggs and cook until eggs are just set, about 1 minute.
9. 9Step 9: Remove from heat, stir in bread mixture, and serve hot.