Vichyssoise

Vichyssoise

Ingredients/Components

• milk - 2 c
• butter - 1/4 lb
• whipping cream - 1 c
• light cream - 2 c
• chicken broth - 4 c
• medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced - 5 item
• medium onion - 1 item
• leeks, sliced no tops - 4 item
• chives to garnish - 1 item

How to make vichyssoise:

In saucepan, cook leeks and onion in butter until tender, but not brown. Add potatoes, broth and 1 tablespoon salt. Cook for 35 to 40 minutes. Rub through a fine sieve. Return to heat; add milk and light cream. Season to taste. Bring to a boil; cool. Rub through very fine sieve. Stir in whipping cream. Chill thoroughly before serving. Garnish with chives. Makes 8 servings.

Recipe categories: Appetizers, Soups & stews, Bisques/cream soups.