Combine first 6 ingred. In large saucepan. Bring to boil. Cover and simmer for 30 min. Run through blender. Return to saucepan. Stir in cream. Heat through. Garnish with chopped chives or chopped parsley.

Busst, Calgary, Alberta, 94-09-09. Posted on the "Gourmet" echo 94-10-17.