Hearty Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 small rutabaga, peeled and diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/8" rounds
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, peeled

• 1 (15 ounce) can reduced-fat chicken broth

• 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated skim milk
• salt and pepper
• 1 dash cayenne pepper (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Combine first six ingredients in medium saucepan.

2. 2

   Add sufficient water to cover vegetables, if necessary.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are tender (about 10 minutes).

4. 4

   Remove garlic clove.

5. 5

   Add evaporated milk and spices.

6. 6

   Simmer for 2-5 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from heat and serve immediately.

8. 8

   Garnish with chives, if desired.