Step 1

Melt butter in a dutch oven over medium heat. Then, add the onion, celery, carrots, and salt and sauté for about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 2

Next, add the potatoes, milk, broth, and bay leaf and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover the pot and cook for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are soft and can easily be pierced with a fork.

Step 3

Add the parsley and black pepper, along with tempeh bacon (optional) and enjoy!