3 medium-size leeks, white part and a bit of tender green
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons butter
4 medium potatoes, preferably baking variety
4 cups chicken broth
1 to 2 cups cream
Salt and white pepper to taste
Chopped chives for garnish
To make soup: Mince leeks and onion. In large pot, saute in butter for 3 minŽutes. Peel and very thinly slice potatoes. Add potaŽtoes and chicken broth to leeks. SimŽmer, covered, for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Leave chunky or puree in food processor or with immersion blender.
To serve hot: Add cream, salt and pepper to taste. Warm through before garnishing with chives.
To serve cold: Cool mixture slightly. Puree in processor or blender. Add cream. Chill thoroughly (several hours or longer), Serve in cups or bowls, sprinkled with chopped chives.
8 (1-cup) servings
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