Warm, creamy smooth carrot soup (potage crécy)

Ingredients

• 1-2 large carrots
• 3-4 potatoes
• 1 large onion
• water to cover vegetables
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 to 3/4 cup milk
• salt and pepper to taste
• nutmeg

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Preparation

• Add the chopped vegetables to a pot and cover them with water. Salt the water and vegetables.
• Cook on high heat until the vegetables are soft and easily pierced by a fork.
• Once vegetables are tender, puree the soup with an immersion blender.
• When smooth, put the puree back on medium heat and add the butter. Add the milk a little at a time until the soup reaches the desired consistency. Season to taste.
• Serve with a piece of crusty bread, croutons, crackers or any other soup accoutrement.
• Add a bit of cayenne for a spicy kick and a bit of extra heat to warm you through.