Friendship Soup Mix

1/2 C dry split peas
1/3 C WATKINS beef bouillon granules
1/4 C pearl barley
1/2 C dry lentils
1/4 C WATKINS dried minced onion
2 tsp WATKINS Italian seasoning
1/2 C uncooked long grain rice
1/2 C alphabet macaroni*

* or other small pasta (can be put in a plastic sandwich bag to make it easier for the recipient to get out of jar.

In a 1-1/2-pint jar, layer the first eight ingredients in the order listed. Seal tightly. Yield: 1 package
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Friendship Soup Mix

1 package Layered Friendship Soup Mix
1 lb ground beef
3 quarts water
28 oz canned diced tomatoes, un-drained

Carefully 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 to 20 minutes or until macaroni, peas, lentils and barley are tender. Yield: 16 servings (4 quarts)