Curried Kumara Soup

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, then add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and ginger, stirring frequently until softened and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.

Add the curry powder to the pot and stir constantly for 1 minute to toast the spices and release their flavors.

Add the chopped kumara pieces to the pot and stir to coat with the spiced butter mixture.

Pour in the vegetable stock, stirring well, then bring the mixture to a simmer.

Simmer the soup for 12-15 minutes until the kumara pieces are completely tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Remove the pot from heat and allow to cool slightly, then carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender or food processor and puree until completely smooth.

Return the pureed soup to the pot over low heat and gradually stir in the milk, stirring constantly to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.

Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, then season to taste with salt and freshly-ground black pepper before serving.