Serves 4-6
Ingredients
10ml olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 large leek, washed and sliced
675g celery, chopped
15ml medium/hot curry powder
225g unpeeled potatoes, diced
900ml vegetable/chicken stock
30ml chopped fresh mixed herbs, eg parsley, thyme tied together bouquet garni
Salt and pepper to taste
Celery seeds and leaves to garnish
Method
Heat oil in a large pan, add onion, leek and celery, cover and cook gently for 10 minutes
Add curry powder and cook for 2 minutes, stirring from time to time
Add potatoes, stock and bouquet garni. Cover, bring to boil and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender but not soft. Remove bouquet garni.
Cool slightly, then blend.
Add mixed herbs, season to taste and blend again.
To serve Sprinkle with celery seeds and a few celery leaves. A drizzle of fresh cream, adds to the creaminess.
Author: Ros
Author of What's On and Life In The Kitchen!