Instructions: Peel and coarsely chop all the vegetables. Put them, with the garlic, into a large pot. Cover with water, add a bit of salt, and bring to the boil.

Simmer until all the vegetables are very tender.

Drain vegetables and put them through a mouli or ricer to form a smooth puree (I used one of the conical contraptions that I dont know the name of - made a very good "textured" puree). Heat the cream in a pot, and melt the butter in it. Add the vegetable puree and chives, add more salt if necessary, and mix well.

Not exactly spa cuisine, but hey, youre pregnant, you need your butter and cream!

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