(serves 6)
3 tbsp olive oil
1 lb sunchokes, unpeeled (about 4 medium/large sunchokes
2 waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold
1 celery rib (optional)
1 onion
5 cups stock
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
3/4c milk or cream
salt and pepper to taste
croutons or toasted pumpkin seeds, hazenut oil or pumpkin seed oil (optional toppings)