This classic soup can also be made in your crockpot!
2 lb. potatoes (about 5 to 6 medium) 3 Tbs. all-purpose flour 5 C. chicken broth 2 medium leeks, rinsed and chopped 3 Tbs. minced fresh dill 1 1/2 C. chopped cooked ham 3/4 C. Half & Half or cream Salt and ground pepper to taste
Peel and cut the potatoes into 3/4 inch cubes. Add them to the crock pot. Sprinkle with the flour and toss to coat. Add the broth and mix. Stir in the leeks and 1/2 of the fresh minced dill. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. Puree 2 C. of the soup in a blender or food processor and return it to the crock pot. Stir in the ham and cream plus the remaining dill. Cover again and heat on high for 10-15 minutes till all it heated through.Yield: 6 servings