Creamy Corn Soup

Bahan-bahan (4 porsi)

• ½ onion (chopped)
• 2 ribs celery (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ¼ teaspoon of dried thyme leaves )
• 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 large potato (peeled and ½-inch diced)
• 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 cup half and half (light cream, or milk)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• chopped fresh chives (for garnish)