Layered Soup Mix

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Recipe provided by University of Illinois Extension Nutrition Education Programs.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dry split peas
  • 1/3 cup beef bouillon granules
  • 1/4 cup pearl barley
  • 1/2 cup dry lentils
  • 1/4 cup dried minced onion
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1/2 cup small macaroni (place in small plastic bag to keep separate)
  • Soup mix instructions to attach to jar:
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 quarts water
  • 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained

Directions

In a 1-1/2-pint jar, layer the ingredients in the order listed. Seal tightly. Makes 1 batch.
  • To prepare soup:
  • Remove macaroni from top of jar and set aside. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, brown beef; drain. Add the water, tomatoes and soup mix; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Add reserved macaroni; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until macaroni, peas, lentils and barley are tender. Makes 16 servings (4 quarts).