Fresh Pea Soup with Mint and Creme Fraiche

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2 tablespoons sweet butter

1 small onion, diced

1 stalk celery, washed, diced

1 leek, white only, washed, diced

Salt and pepper

1 teaspoon curry powder

1 bay leaf

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

2 quarts chicken stock

3 pounds fresh peas, shelled

1 cup creme fraiche

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint