1 yellow onion, sliced
1/4 c. butter
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 medium red potatoes, peeled and sliced
1 tbsp. salt
2 qt. water
1 lb. shrimp
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. cream
3 tbsp. chives

In heavy 4-quart pan sauté onion in 1/4 cup butter until limp; add green onions, potatoes, salt and water. Bring to a boil and then simmer partially covered for 45 minutes or until potatoes are very tender. Mash. Add shrimp and cook 20 to 30 minutes until shrimp are done. Cool. Add 1/4 cup butter, cream and chives. Adjust seasoning. Heat through, but do not boil or cream will curdle.