Uncle Bill's Vichyssoise Soup

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   Use only the white part and slightly into the light green portion of the leek.

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   Cut off the darker green portion and discard.

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   Cut leeks in half lengthwise and then in half again lengthwise.

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   Separate segments and wash thoroughly.

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   Chop leaks small.

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   In a large frying pan, add butter, chopped leeks, chopped onions and saute' until onions and leeks are a very light yellow, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, (DO NOT BURN).

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   In a large saucepan or cooking pot, measure 4 cups of water, add chicken soup base, potatoes, sautee'd onions and leeks and white pepper.

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   Bring to boil, reduce heat and cook on medium-high heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

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   In a food processor or blender, process soup in batches.

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    Return soup to saucepan and adjust seasonings to taste and heat to boiling.

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    Add half and half cream, mix well and return just to boil.

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    Remove from heat and let sit for about 10 minutes before serving.

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    Garnish with chopped chives or chopped green onions when serving.

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    This soup may be served hot or chilled.

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    I prefer to serve this soup hot.

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