Corn Chowder

1 Tbl Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Onion, diced
2 cloves Garlic, crushed
2 stalks Celery, diced
1 Carrot, diced
1 Potato, peeled and diced
1 sml Sweet Potato, peeled and diced
6 cobs Sweetcorn cooked, and kernels removed
5 cups Vegetable Stock
1/2 tsp Chilli Flakes (optional)
Salt and Pepper to taste
Chopped Fresh Parsley to garnish


1.  Saute onion and garlic in the oil for 5 minutes.

2.  Add celery, carrot, potato and sweet potato and saute for a further 5 minutes.

3.  Add the corn kernels, stock and chilli to the pan.

4.  Bring soup to the boil, then simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.

5.  Puree soup in the blender to the desired consistency.  Season to taste.

6.  Serve garnished with chopped parsley.

Serves 4-6

This is a great Winter Warmer soup.  Very satisfying!!