Vichyssoise - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

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.