Cheesy Potato Soup

Cheesy Potato Soup

• 1 cup diced peeled potato
• 1/2 cup shredded carrot
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1-3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1-3/4 cups fat-free evaporated milk
• 1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

• In a large saucepan, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and simmer until potato is tender, about 12 minutes.
• Mash mixture with a potato masher. Combine cornstarch and milk until smooth; gradually add to vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted. : 5 servings.