ZESTY YAM BISQUE

Ingredients

• 5 cups cubed peeled yams
• 4 cups canned chicken broth
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 1/3 cups milk (2%)
• Fresh thyme, optional
• Yogurt, optional

Directions

1. Combine yams, broth, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until yams are tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Purée soup in batches in a blender. Return soup to saucepan. Stir in milk and heat to serving temperature. Do not boil. Serve topped with thyme and a drizzle of yogurt.