Vichyssoise (Potato Leek Soup)

Ingredients:

• 3 Tablespoons butter
• 3 cups leeks, sliced and washed
• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
• Salt and pepper
• 8 cups water
• 1/4 cup dry white wine or sherry
• 2 cups heavy cream

How to Prepare:
In a large pot, melt the butter. Add leeks and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Add potatoes, season with salt and pepper. Add water and wine or sherry and bring to a simmer. Cook until vegetables are tender.

Place about 1/2 the soup in a blender, puree, and return to the pot. Stir in the cream. Serve hot or cold.