Leek Potato Comfort Bowl (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

01 - Room-temperature butter (3 tablespoons)
02 - Trimmed leeks, only white and pale green sections (4 large)
03 - Crushed garlic cloves (3)
04 - Yukon Golds (2 pounds)
05 - Veggie or chicken stock (7 cups)
06 - Whole bay leaves (2)
07 - Sprigs of fresh thyme
08 - Whipping cream (1 cup)
09 - Snipped fresh chives for topping
10 - Pepper and salt as needed

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Thoroughly wash and cut leeks, using just white and light green bits
02 - Let butter melt, then soften leeks and garlic until they turn clear
03 - Throw in potatoes, stock, thyme, and bay leaves. Let bubble until potatoes get soft
04 - Take out herb sprigs and make velvety by blending with stick or standard blender
05 - Mix cream in, warm thoroughly, check flavor, and top with fresh chives

# Additional Tips:

01 - Tasty whether warm or cold as Vichyssoise
02 - Keeps well in freezer if you leave out cream
03 - Try different garnishes to switch things up

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