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    Vichyssoise


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    Vichyssoise


    4 medium leeks, trimmed and washed as directed opposite, sliced 1/8 inch thick (about 3 cups)
    2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick (about 4 cups)
    2 cups whole milk
    Kosher salt
    1 cup heavy cream
    1 Tbs. thinly sliced fresh chives, for garnish

    Recipe





    1. Combine the leeks, potatoes, milk, and 2 cups water in a 4-quart pot.

    2. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Add 1-1/2 tsp. salt, reduce the heat to medium low, and simmer until a potato slice falls apart when you poke it with a fork, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the cream, and let cool briefly.

    3. Pur�e the soup, preferably using a regular blender and working in batches, filling it only half way each time.

    4. Strain the pur�ed soup through a fine sieve. Let cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally (stirring prevents a skin from forming), and then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

    5. Before serving, thin the soup with water if necessary�it should be the consistency of heavy cream. Season to taste with salt. Serve cold in chilled bowls, garnished with the chives.

    Makes 6 cups

 

 

 


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