CROCK POT CARROT AND PARSNIP SOUP

Steps:

• Peel carrots and parsnips and cut up coarsely.
• Chop onion and place in bowl with butter and garlic; microwave on high for 5 minutes and set aside.
• In crock pot place parsnips, carrots, broth or water, the onion mixture and cover and cook high 6 to 8 hours or until vegetables tender.
• Puree with hand blender or remove and puree in batches.
• Season to taste. Stir in desired amount of cream to color and flavor soup.
• Serve hot. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.