Friendship Soup Mix in a Jar Recipe

ingredients

1/2 cup dry split peas
1/3 cup beef bouillon powder, low sodium
1/4 cup pearl barley
1/2 cup dry lentils
1/4 cup dried minced onion
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/2 cup uncooked long grain brown rice
1/2 cup alphabet macaroni (or just plain macaroni)

Additional Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
3 quarts water
1 can (28 ounce size) diced tomatoes, undrained

directions

In a 1-1/2-pint or 1 quart jar, layer the first eight ingredients in the order listed. Seal tightly.

Yield: 1 batch. Store in a cool, dry place until ready to use

To give as a gift, decorate jar as desired and attach the following directions:

To prepare soup, carefully remove macaroni from top of jar and set aside. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, brown beef and drain. Add water, tomatoes and soup mix, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 45 minutes. Add the reserved macaroni and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until macaroni, peas, lentils and barley are tender.

nutrition data

95 calories, 1 grams fat, 18 grams carbohydrates, 5 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in fat.

reviews & comments

Jackie REVIEW:
April 5, 2011

Hearty and satisfying yet healthy and perfect if you are watching your weight.

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