Bacon and Leek Potato Bisque

This tasty and full soup made in Canada is worth all the hassle with finding the ingredients

Ingredients

 * 8 slices bacon
 * 2 leeks, sliced (use mostly white)
 * 1 lb butter
 * 1 cup flour
 * 1 qt water
 * 1 tbsp chicken base (Minor's) or bouillon cubes (2-3)
 * 4 small potatoes, peeled and diced
 * 1 pt heavy cream
 * salt to taste
 * white pepper to taste
 * dash of nutmeg

Directions

 * 1) Sauté bacon and leeks in a stockpot. Pour off half the bacon grease, and add butter until butter melts.
 * 2) Add flour, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in water, chicken base, potatoes, and cream.
 * 3) Add salt, white pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
 * 4) Bake at 325 °F until potatoes are tender.
 * 5) Remove from oven, and cool slightly. Puree mixture until smooth.