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.