Patchwork Soup

Modified from Gifts in a Jar: Soups

1 cup barley

1 cup dried split peas

1 cup uncooked white rice

3/4 cup dry lentils

2 tbsp dried parsley

2 tsp granulated garlic

1 tsp pepper

2 tsp salt

1 tsp garlic powder

2 tsp Italian seasoning

2 tsp dried sage

Layer the ingredients in the order given into a wide mouth 1 quart canning jar. Pack each layer in place before adding the next ingredient.

Attach a gift tag with the cooking directions.

Cooking Instructions:

1 jar Patchwork Soup Mix

1 chopped medium onion

Place soup mix in a large soup pot. Add 20 cups of water. Add onion. Bring to a boil. Cover, lower heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Check after 30 minutes and add additional water if necessary.