Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: in large pan, heat the oil and add the leeks, celery, onion and garlic. saute over medium heat, until the vegetables are soft. stir in the vegetable stock or water, potatoes, salt, pepper and thyme; bring to a boil. simmer over medium heat for 20 to 30 minutes, until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork. add the cream and herbs and return to a light simmer, stirring occasionally. remove the soup from the heat and let sit a few minutes before serving. serve with warm bread.

Target recipe: in a large stock pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. add the onion, leeks, celery, and garlic, and cook until all have softened and become fragrant, about 5 minutes. add the stock, milk, bay leaf, and potatoes, and season with salt and pepper. bring to a simmer. cook until potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes. stir in the parsley and half and half. allow to cool slightly. in batches, puree in a blender. to make croutons, preheat broiler and place cheese slices on toasted bread. broil until cheese is melted and browned in spots, about 2 to 3 minutes. serve soup with irish cheddar croutons and sprinkled with bacon.