Creamy and comforting potato soup with a twist

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish