Friendship Soup Mix
Share the gift of friendship with this delicious soup.
Ingredients
SOUP MIX
- ½ cup dry split peas
- 2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
- ¼ cup pearl barley
- ½ cup dry lentils
- ¼ cup dry, minced onions
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ cup rice
- ½ cup macaroni noodles
COMPLETED SOUP
- 1 container Friendship Soup Mix
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- 3 quarts water
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
Directions
SOUP MIX
In a clean, quart-sized jar, layer all the ingredients except the macaroni. Place the macaroni in a sandwich bag and place it on top of the other ingredients. Cover the jar tightly with a lid, decorate it and attach a copy of the recipe.
COMPLETED SOUP
Brown meat and drain. Place in a large pot and add the water and tomatoes. Add soup mix except macaroni. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for one hour. Add macaroni and continue cooking for another 10 to 15 minutes (until macaroni is done). For best flavor, use this mix within one year.
Note: To avoid overcooked pasta in leftovers, add the appropriate amount of macaroni to the portion being served.