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Layered Patchwork Soup Mix

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

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Original recipe yield 1 pint jar

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In a wide mouth pint jar layer the barley, split peas, rice, and lentils.
In a small plastic bag combine the parsley, garlic, pepper, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and sage.
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.

Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2003 by Amanda

Delicious! A very hearty soup that is also very tastey. It's easy to make - everyone I gave... MORE

Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2004 by ACHOCOCAT

I made this for dinner tonight. It serves way more than two--probably about six. I sauteed... MORE

Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2006 by Prue

Nice for a gift jar. Soup is hearty and tasty. However, the posted yield is ridiculous. Just... MORE

Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2008 by Melissa Letham

After reading the other reviews I used the recipe as a base. I fried 2 onions and 2 teaspoons... MORE

Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2007 by Denise

A good basic soup, but I found it bland. I would recommend increasing the seasoning. ... MORE

Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2006 by KarenS

I have received this soup as a gift twice in the past few years. The first time I prepared it,... MORE

Reviewed on Jan. 16, 2004 by LYNNEK2

I used this recipe, and added beef bullion. I gave them out for Christmas. Everyone loved them. MORE