No-Fuss Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 6 cups cubed peeled potatoes
• 5 cups water
• 2 cups chopped onions
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules or 2 vegetable bouillon cubes
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• Minced chives, optional

Directions

1. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the vegetables are tender.
2. Add milk and parsley. Cover and cook 30 minutes longer or until heated through. Garnish with chives if desired.