Ingredients
6 cups water2 teaspoons salt, divided1 pound green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces6 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered1 cup fresh or frozen corn2 cups fresh or frozen peas6 tablespoons butter, cubed2 cups heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons minced chives1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika
Preparation
In a Dutch oven, bring water and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil. Add the beans, carrots, and potatoes. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15 minutes. Add corn and peas; cook 3-5 minutes longer or until tender.
Drain, reserving 2 cups liquid; set vegetables aside. In the same pan, combine the butter, cream, chives, pepper, paprika, reserved liquid and remaining salt. Add vegetables and heat through.
