Potato Leek Soup | epicuricloud (Tina Verrelli)

Ingredients

• 6 cups sliced leeks ((about 4-5 medium sized))
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 7 (about 3 pounds) cups gold potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 1 bay leaf
• 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme ((or 1 teaspoon dried thyme))
• 5 (40-ounces) cups low-sodium chicken broth ((you can use vegetable broth))
• 1/4 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 - 1/2 cup buttermilk (Can use all heavy cream)
• fresh chives
• drizzle of olive oil