"A rich cream sauce is the base for this oyster, potato, and leek soup. Serve it for dinner with whole grain rolls...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups peeled, diced all-purpose potatoes
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3 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
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1 1/2 cups sliced leeks, white part only, rinsed well
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1 cup finely chopped onions
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1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 pint shucked oysters, drained, liquid reserved
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2 cups heavy or whipping cream
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1 cup milk
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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16 Vermont Common Crackers* or mini-biscuits