Chunky Leek and Potato Soup Recipe – Cappers Farmer

Ingredients

• 3 to 4 pounds leeks
• 4 ounces pancetta, chopped
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 1/4 cup chopped chives
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon ground thyme
• 1 pound white potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 pint half-and-half or heavy cream