Winter Vegetable Chowder

1. 1

   Heat olive oil or butter in large stock pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the onions and saute until soft and translucent, about 5-10 minutes.

3. 3

   Add garlic and continue to saute for one more minute.

4. 4

   Strip leaves from thyme sprigs and chop, then add to the onions and garlic.

5. 5

   Add in diced vegetables and bay leaf and stir to combine. Saute for one or two minutes.

6. 6

   Add stock and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are cooked, but maintain their shape and have a slight bite, about 20-25 minutes.

7. 7

   Add cream and stir to combine.

8. 8

   Using a hand blender, blend one corner of the pan to thicken the soup slightly.

9. 9

   Add fish, either in chunks or whole, and prawns if using and poach gently in soup for 3-4 minutes.

10. 10

    Stir to combine and gently break up fish fillets.

11. 11

    Serve in deep bowls, sprinkled with chopped parsley or dill and with plenty of crusty bread.

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