Soup's on!

My mom is vouching for this one... and given the good stuff that comes out of her kitchen, I think it's safe to trust her!

Parsnip, Apple, and Sage Soup

Olive oil or cooking spray
3 1/2 cups chopped parsnips (about 5 medium)
1 cup chopped, peeled Gala or Fuji apple (1 small)
2 garlic cloves, halved
1 32 ounce container fat free less sodium, chicken broth, divided
1/8 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black paper
2 tsp chopped fresh sage

1. Heat large Dutch oven over medium high heat. Coat pan with oil, add parsnips, apply and garlic. Saute 4-5 minutes or until golden, stirring frequently.
2. Add 3 cups chicken broth, bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 6 minutes until tender.
3. Place mixture in blender or food processor; process until smooth. Return to dutch oven. Add remaining broth, sage, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat until heated through.

serves 6 (1 cup)