Potato And Onion Soup

6 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

1/4 Cup Butter
1 Onion, Sliced
2 Leeks
2 Red Potatoes, Peeled And Sliced
2 Quarts Water
1 Tablespoon Salt
1/4 Cup Butter
1/2 Cup Cream
3 Tablespoons Chives

DIRECTIONS:

In a heavy 4-quart pan, melt 1/4 cup butter and onion until tender. Add cleaned and sliced leeks, potatoes, water and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer, partially covered, for 45 minutes or until potatoes are very tender.

Remove from heat. Blend the cooked mixture until smooth. Return to the saucepan; add 1/4 cup butter, cream and chives. Heat but do not boil.