German Leek and Potato Soup

Ingredients

• cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup butter
• cup chopped leeks
• potatoes, peeled and slice d
• cup swater
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
• ham bone
• cup heavy cream
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook onions in butter until translucent. Stir in leeks, potatoes, water, thyme and the ham bone. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
2. Remove ham bone and puree soup with a blender or food processor. Return to pot, stir in cream, salt and pepper, heat through and serve.