German Leek And Potato Soup

Ingredients

• Servings: 8


• 1 cup chopped onion


• 1/2 cup butter


• 1 cup chopped leeks


• 8 potatoes, peeled and sliced


• 6 cups water


• 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme


• 1 ham bone


• 1 cup heavy cream


• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Ready Time: 1 hr 5 mins



• in a large pot over medium heat, cook onions in butter until translucent. stir in leeks, potatoes, water, thyme and the ham bone. bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.


• remove ham bone and puree soup with a blender or food processor. return to pot, stir in cream, salt and pepper, heat through and serve.