In a soup pot over medium heat, add your olive oil, potatoes, carrot, onion, garlic and spices (thyme + paprika). Saute for 10 minutes.
Add the broth to the pot and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to a simmer and cover. Allow to cook for about 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Blend half of the soup in a blender or with an immersion blender. If using a blender, transfer the blended soup back to the pot, if using an immersion blender--serve immediately.
Notes
*To save in the fridge let the soup cool before covering and refrigerating. If you wish to freeze the soup, let it cool and then freeze it in a container.*Leftovers will save for about a week in the fridge and up to three months in the freezer.