Spicy English Parsnip Soup - Litchfield Farmers' Market

Ingredients

• 4-5 cups cleaned and diced parsnips
• 5 medium shallots, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons curry
• 1 teaspoon powdered ginger
• 6 cups chicken broth
• ½ cup half & half
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons minced parsley for garnish