"Potato and leek soup is a traditional Irish, wintertime, comfort food. Served with buttered, brown soda bread, it is a delicious warm treat on a cold winter’s day...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 large leeks
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1 to 1 and 1/4lb potatoes (3 medium)
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1/2 large onion
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1oz butter
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2 thyme sprigs (fresh)
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2 bay leaves
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4 cups vegetable stock
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
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1/2 teaspoon white pepper
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1 to 2 tablespoon chopped chives (to garnish)
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1 to 2 tablespoon bacon bits (to garnish)