Pear and Zucchini Soup

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1 tablespoon butter

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 carrots, diced

2 stalks celery, diced

1 small onion, diced

6 medium zucchini, diced

2 small pears, peeled, seeded and diced (preferably Anjou or Forelle)

1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves, cut into ribbons

5 cups water

3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

1/4 cup heavy cream

Freshly ground black pepper

Bread or croutons, for serving