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Vichyssoise Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1 tsp salt .
  • 3 c chicken stock .
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled & sliced thinly .
  • sliced chives, to garnish .
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper .
  • 2 tbsps butter .
  • 3 large leeks, white parts only, washed well & sliced thinly .
  • 1 c milk .
  • 1 c whipping cream

Directions
  • Step #1 Melt butter In a large-ish saucepan over low heat/flame, stirring every once in awhile, then stir in the the leeks & saute at a very low temperature, until they are golden.
  • Step #2 Add the stock, & salt--bring to a simmer, potatoes, then cover & let simmer for 40 mins.
  • Step #3 Puree, then press through a sieve to get a very fine texture.
  • Step #4 Return to the saucepan, add the milk & pepper, & bring to a simmer.
  • Step #5 Remove from heat, adjust for seasoning (cold soups should be slightly overseasoned), stir in the the cream, & chill overnight.
  • Step #6 When ready to serve, ladle into bowls (nested glass c with ice would be nice) & sprinkle with sliced fresh chives.
  • Enjoy the Vichyssoise recipe

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