Ingredients
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 shallot, minced
1 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2′ chunks
1 lb carrots, cut into 1/3 in. slices
Coarse salt
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
5 cup water
Directions
Heat the butter; add the bacon, and cook. Remove, and drain. Add the shallot, and cook, until just starting to brown. Add the potatoes and carrots and a good pinch of salt. Pour in 5 cups water and cook until the potatoes and carrots are falling apart. Put the soup through a food mill. Stir in the cream and bring to a simmer. Serve scattered with the bits of browned bacon and the chives.
