Slice all veggies and apple into equal size pieces.

Heat oil in medium sauce pan over medium-high heat, add onion, potato, carrots and apple. Add in crushed red pepper and salt/pepper to taste.

Cook, stirring occasionally until everything is slightly tender, yet still has a bite to it. Once you've reached this point, add in 1/2 the thyme and let cook for another minute or so.

Add the water, cover and allow to boil over med-high heat until everything is very soft. It's important to cook until very soft versus fork tender to ensure a smooth consistency.

Turn off the heat and allow to cool slightly in pan. Place everything in blender jar and secure the lid. Blend until smooth.

For Blendtec, press the SMOOTHIE button.

For Vitamix, Select VARIABLE Speed 1, turn the machine on and slowly increase to Speed 10/HIGH and blend for 60 seconds.

Stir in the rest of the thyme and add more salt/pepper if needed.

Pour into 4 individual bowls and garnish with paprika and thyme sprigs.

All done! Enjoy!! Now take a photo, rate it, and share your accomplishments! :) Tag @BlenderBabes & #BlenderBabes