Hearty Potato Soup - cooking recipe

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)

Preparation

Combine first six ingredients in medium saucepan.
Add sufficient water to cover vegetables, if necessary.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are tender (about 10 minutes).
Remove garlic clove.
Add evaporated milk and spices.
Simmer for 2-5 minutes.
Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Garnish with chives, if desired.