7 c. water
6 med. potatoes, peeled, sliced
2 med. onions, peeled, sliced
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 bay leaf (optional)
1 clove
1/2 c. milk, scalded
1/2 c. cream, scalded
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Bring water to a boil, add potatoes, onions, thyme, bay leaf (optional) over low heat for about 45 minutes. Force the mixture through a sieve, add milk, cream, salt, pepper. Cook on low heat 10 minutes longer. Serve hot. Very good. Serves 8-10.