Jambalaya Mix

(makes 4 packages)

1/2 C WATKINS red pepper flakes
1/2 C WATKINS dried minced onions
1/4 C WATKINS dried parsley
1/2 C WATKINS beef bouillon granules
1 T WATKINS garlic powder
1 T WATKINS black pepper
2 T WATKINS paprika
1 T WATKINSdried oregano
2 tsp. salt
dash of ground red pepper (WATKINS cayenne)
1/2 tsp. WATKINS ground cumin
4 C uncooked rice, divided
4 WATKINS bay leaves, divided

In a medium bowl, combine pepper flakes, onions, parsley, bouillon, garlic, pepper, paprika, oregano, salt, red pepper flakes, red pepper, and cumin. Place 1/3 cup spice mixture, 1 cup rice, and 1 bay leaf Into a sandwich size ziplock bag.

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Jambalaya!
1 package Jambalaya mix
3 C water
16 oz. smoked sausage, sliced
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained

In a Dutch oven, bring water, sausage, tomatoes, and jambalaya mix to a boil over medium heat, stirring occassionally. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 23-28 minutes (stirring occasionally) or until most of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove bay leaf to serve.

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
To give as a gift, include the following instructions on your gift tag:

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)

Beef Barley Soup Mix

1 pint container

3/4 C medium pearl barley, divided
1/2 C dried lentils
2 tsp. WATKINS dried parsley flakes
1/4 C WATKINS dried minced onions
1/4 C WATKINS beef bouillon powder
1/2 tsp. WATKINS dried thyme leaves
2 WATKINS bay leaves
1/4 tsp. WATKINS black pepper
1/4 tsp. WATKINS dried minced garlic

Layer soup kit ingredients in the pint container in order listed, using half of the barley first and then the remaining barley at the top. Close container securely.

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BEEF BARLEY SOUP

1 jar Beef Barley Soup Mix
2 lb. boneless beef chuck, cut into ½ to 3/4-inch pieces OR 2 lb. lean ground beef
1 T vegetable oil
10 cups water

Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium heat and brown the meat. Pour off drippings. Add the contents of the soup mix and water to the Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer for 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until beef is fork tender. Discard bay leaves.

YIELD: 8 servings.

Turkey Noodle Soup

This is a great way to use leftover turkey.

1 cup uncooked fine egg noodles
1 1/2 Tbsp. WATKINS chicken-flavored bouillon
1/2 tsp. WATKINS ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. dried WATKINS thyme
1/8 tsp. WATKINS celery seeds
1/8 tsp. WATKINS garlic powder
1 bay WATKINS leaf

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Store in an airtight container.

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Turkey Noodle Soup

1 package Turkey Noodle Soup Mix
8 cups water
2 carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1/4 cup minced onion
3 cups cooked diced turkey

Combine the Turkey Noodle Soup Mix and the water in a large stockpot. Add the carrots, celery, and onion and bring to a boil. Cover the soup and reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes. Discard the bay leaf. Stir in the turkey and simmer an additional 5 minutes.

Vanilla Almond Coffee Recipe

(1 ounce) WATKINS pure vanilla extract
(1 ounce) WATKINS pure almond extract
1 pound ground coffee, regular or decaffeinated

Add extracts to coffee. Shake to blend thoroughly. Put into an attractive glass canister with a tight-fitting lid.

Swiss Mocha Coffee Mix Recipe

1 cup instant coffee
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups nonfat dry milk powder
4 teaspoons WATKINS cocoa powder

For Sugar Twin, use 10 teaspoons for 1 cup of sugar.

* You can also use decaffeinated instant coffee.

Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor; blend until powder consistency. Put mixture into an attractive glass jar with a lid. To give as a gift, include a gift card with the following instruction:

To make Swiss Mocha Coffee: In a mug, combine 2 tablespoons of creamer with 6 ounces of coffee.

Pumpkin Pie Coffee Creamer Recipe

4 teaspoons WATKINS ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons WATKINS ground ginger
2 teaspoons WATKINS ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon WATKINS ground cloves
1 teaspoon WATKINS allspice (optional)
1 cup non-dairy creamer

Combine well.

Orange Cappuccino Coffee Mix Recipe

1 cup instant coffee*
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups nonfat dry milk
1 teaspoon dry WATKINS orange peel

For Sugar Twin, use 10 teaspoons for 1 cup of sugar.

* You can also use decaffeinated instant coffee.

Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor; blend until powder consistency. Put mixture into an attractive glass jar with a lid. To give as a gift, include a gift card with the following instruction:

To make Orange Cappuccino Coffee, mix 1 to 2 teaspoons mix with 1 cup boiling water for individual servings.

Cinnamon Coffee Cocoa Mix in a Jar Recipe

2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups instant coffee
1 cup nondairy powdered creamer
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon WATKINS ground cinnamon

Combine all the ingredients and pour into an airtight jar.

Instructions for gift-giving:

Cinnamon Coffee Cocoa:

1 cup hot water
2 to 3 tablespoons Cinnamon Coffee Cocoa mix

Stir well. Enjoy!

This yields 40 servings. Please use within 6 months.

Chocolate Mint Creamer Recipe

3/4 cup non-dairy creamer
1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa
3/4 cup confectioners sugar
1/2 teaspoon WATKINS peppermint extract

Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake to blend thoroughly.

Makes 15 (2 tablespoon) servings. Stir into hot coffee.

Cappuccino Mix in a Jar recipe

Makes two 12-ounce jars.

1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer
1 cup powdered chocolate drink mix
2/3 cup instant coffee granules
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground WATKINS cinnamon
3/8 teaspoon ground WATKINS nutmeg

Have ready 2 (12-ounce) canning jars. Put the instant coffee into a food processor, and process to a fine powder. If you don't have a food processor, put it into a large plastic bag, and crush with a rolling pin.

In a large bowl, combine creamer, chocolate mix, instant coffee, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir together until well mixed. Spoon into the jars.

Attach a note to each jar:

Cappuccino:

Mix 3 tablespoons of powder with 6 fluid ounces hot water.

Makes 16 servings.

Cafe Vienna Coffee Mix Recipe

1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
1 cup instant coffee
1 1/3 cups nonfat dry milk
1 teaspoon WATKINS cinnamon

For Sugar Twin, use 10 teaspoons for 1 cup of sugar.

* You can also use decaffeinated instant coffee.

Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor; blend until powder consistency. Put mixture into an attractive glass jar with a lid. To give as a gift, include a gift card with the following instruction:

To make Cafe Vienna Coffee: In a mug, combine 2 tablespoons of mix with 6 ounces of boiling water.