Layered Patchwork Soup Mix

A lovely gift of ready to be made soup mix in a jar. This has become a very popular gift idea.

Step: 1

In a wide mouth pint jar layer the barley, split peas, rice, and lentils.

Step: 2

In a small plastic bag combine the parsley, garlic, pepper, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and sage.

Step: 3

Decorate jar lid and attach seasoning packet with ribbon to jar. Attach a recipe card with the following directions: 1. Empty jar contents into a colander and rinse. 2. Place contents in a large stockpot and cover with 10 cups water. 3. Stir in 1 chopped medium onion, and the seasoning packet. 4. Bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Check after 30 minutes and add additional water if necessary.

Per Serving: 171 calories; protein 8.6g; carbohydrates 33.2g; fat 0.7g; sodium 296.3mg.

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