3 c. potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 ham bone or one thick slice of ham
6 c. chicken stock (or 6 c. water a 6 chicken bouillon cubes)
3 c. sliced leeks (white only) or green onions, chopped
1 c. heavy cream
1 t. salt
1/8 t. black pepper, freshly ground
3 T. minced chives
Combine in large stock pot chicken stock, potatoes, ham bone and leeks. Simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes. Puree the soup with hand blender or food processor. Over low heat, add cream to purred mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Chill. Serve in chilled soup bowls with chives on top. (May enjoy hot, as well–we do!)
Grocery List
- potatoes
- leeks
- ham
- heavy cream
- chicken stock
- salt
- pepper
- green onions (for chives)
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