Fat Man's Potato Soup

Oh groan. This incredibly rich and decadent soup all but requires you to call your cardiologist before you enjoy it!" It is delicious, served hot to 6 as a filling meal, but oh my. And, Yes this soup is named after me!

Fat Man's Potato Soup

5 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

2 chicken bouillon cubes

3 to 4 large white potatoes

1 to 2 big leeks, chopped fine

1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)

1 cup muenster cheese, grated

Salt and pepper

Garnish: Chopped chives or green onion and/or (optional) crisp fried bacon, crumbled

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and cream, then stir in the bouillon cubes until they dissolve. Peel potatoes and grate directly into the milk. Keep the temperature of the broth low, as it will boil over easily. Stir in the leek, whisking to incorporate and thicken.

Once the mixture is nicely thickened, stir in the butter. Then, with the temperature still low, add the cheese, stirring until it melts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Ladle into bowls, top with chives or green onion and/or crisp bacon bits, and serve immediately.