irish potato + leek soup

2 tlbs olive oil (any oil is fine really)

2 cups chopped leeks

2 stalks celery diced

1 small onion diced

2 cloves garlic minced

4 medium potatotes chopped

4 cups veg stock

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1/2 tsp dried thyme

1 1/2 cups light cream (although full cream is nicer)

2 tbls fresh parsley, dill + tarragon

in a large saucepan, heat oil. add leeks, celery, onion + garlic. saute till soft.

stir in veg stock or water, potatoes, salt, pepper + thyme; bring to boil. simmer for 20-30 mins until potatoes are soft.

blend then add cream + herbs