Rice and Lentil Soup in a Jar Recipe
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Rice and Lentil Soup in a Jar

"I live in Sweden where Thursday is the official unofficial day for soup. This soup is great for Thursdays or ANY day! "

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (17)

What to Drink?

Wine Sangiovese
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
35 Min
Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 1/3 cup uncooked converted rice
  • 1/3 cup red lentils
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1/3 cup uncooked converted rice
  • 1/3 cup green lentils
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  • 2 teaspoons butter or margarine
  • 8 cups water
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery (optional)
  • 1 cup cubed cooked chicken (optional)

Directions

  1. Measure the chicken bouillon granules into a 1 pint jar. Top with 1/3 cup of instant rice, red lentils, dried parsley, pepper, poultry seasoning, 1/3 cup of rice and then the green lentils on top. Seal with a lid and ring for gift giving.
  2. To make the soup, bring the butter and water to a boil in a large pot. Pour in the contents of the jar and add celery and chicken if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.

Footnotes

  • Editor's Note: Converted rice is dry rice that has been parboiled. It is also called parboiled rice.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 133 | Total Fat: 2.9g | Cholesterol: 16mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2010 by Citrus Punch   view full review
I've been trying out soup mixes to make for Christmas gifts- I made this one tonight and knew...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2009 by KTDS   view full review
excellent! made for christmas gifts & got rave reviews - i think the key spice is the poultry...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2009 by smurrile   view full review
The soup turned out into an excellent texture in the end. It is wise to simmer it for 30...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2009 by Manda Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I made this as a present for the Holidays - I ended up doubling the amount of goods within the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2009 by CANDYBEE   view full review
Made it for dinner and it was delicious, hearty, and perfect for a rainy fall night. I did add...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2009 by Geppetto DeVitis   view full review
Came out very tasty. Didn't have any veggies, so this recipe was perfect. I used regular...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 22, 2010 by the allrecipes staff   view full review
Editor's Note: The rice ingredient was changed from "instant" to "converted" at the request...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 17, 2010 by Junebug's Mom   view full review
I can't find red lentils anywhere around here! I just used more green lentils in this soup as...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 4, 2009 by Forgvn70x7   view full review
Easy to prepare and very tasty! My family, even my 2 year old loved this soup. I added dried...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2009 by ShadowBec   view full review
This recipe is very easily converted to vegetarian. It's nice an hearty and warming...thanks

 

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