When it’s cold outside, this soup is ‘Amish Comfort in a Bowl’—I’ve made it three times this week!

6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder