Soup in a Jar
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Soup in a Jar
Description
This recipe assembles a mix of dried green and yellow split peas, lentils, barley, alphabet macaroni, dried onion, and beef bouillon layered in a quart jar. The unseasoned dry ingredients are combined for gifting or storage. To make the soup, ground beef is browned separately, then added along with the dry mix and adequate water to a large pot. The soup is simmered for about 45 minutes until the legumes soften and flavors meld.
The resulting soup is thickened by the combination of grains and pulses, with tender beef adding a savory richness. The dried vegetables and bouillon provide depth of flavor and convenience. Leftovers freeze well, making it practical for meal planning.
This item is often packaged with instructions and decorations for gifting occasions. The dry mix can also be combined in a plastic bag as an alternative presentation. Including cooking directions and ingredient lists is useful for recipients, especially regarding allergies.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup beef bouillon
- 1/2 cup onion dried
- 1/2 cup green split peas
- 1/2 cup barley
- 1/2 cup yellow split peas
- 1/2 cup alphabet macaroni
- 1/2 cup lentils
- 3/4 cup pasta tri-colored
When making the soup add:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 cups water
- salt pepper, and any other preferred seasonings to taste
Instructions
To gift in a jar:
- Layer dry ingredients in the order listed in a quart-sized jar.
- Tip: Use a funnel to add the ingredients to the jar. This helps to layer the ingredients evenly.
- Add gift tag with Love Soup directions.
- Decorate with a ribbon or gift bow.
To make the soup:
- Brown 1 pound ground beef in a skillet or frying pan.
- Bring 12 cups of water to a boil in a large pot.
- Add all dry ingredients, ground beef, and any preferred seasonings to the boiling water. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until lentils and split peas are soft.
- Leftovers can be frozen.
Notes
- When giving as a gift, include a tag with complete cooking directions and ingredient list for allergy awareness.
- Dry ingredients can also be mixed in a resealable plastic bag if a jar is not available.
- Cook the soup by browning ground beef first, then simmering with water and dry ingredients until tender, about 45 minutes.
- Leftovers can be frozen for convenient future meals.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 67mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 434mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 24IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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