3 tbsp. butter
1 lb. carrots, peeled and diced
1 small onion, chopped
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
3 c. beef broth
1/2 tsp. salt
dash of pepper
1 tbsp. chopped parsley
1 tsp. marjoram

Cook first 4 ingredients over medium heat for 15 minutes. Add beef broth; cook 15 minutes more. Add salt, pepper, parsley and marjoram. Put in blender and puree. Serve.