Winter Warmer Carrot, Celery And Potato Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb carrot, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 red potatoes, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
2 cups vegetable stock
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped

Preparation

Heat the vegetable oil.
Saute the onions till soft.
Add the celery and the potato.
Saute for a minute or so.
Add the carrots.
Lower the heat and cook covered for 10 minutes. Keep stirring every 3-4 minutes so that it doesn't stick to the pot.
Add the 2 cups of vegetable stock.
Add the herbs rubbing them between your fingers to make the more fragrant.
Stir in the cumin, turmeric and paprika.
Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes more.
Let it cool then blend it in a blender or food processer.
Stir in the milk.
Add salt and pepper to taste.