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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 14 |
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Warm up loved ones on frosty winter nights with a gift of this hearty, stick-to-the-ribs soup mix from our Test Kitchen. Layered in pretty bow-tied jars, it looks just as good as it tastes! Be sure to include preparation instructions and a list of any additional ingredients needed with your gift card. Ingredients:
1/2 cup dried split peas |
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules |
1/2 cup dried lentils |
2 tablespoons dried minced onion |
1 teaspoon dried basil |
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes |
1 envelope savory herb with garlic soup mix or vegetable soup mix |
2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta |
additional ingredients: |
10 cups water |
3 cups cubed cooked chicken |
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained |
Directions:
1. In a 1-qt. glass container, layer the first seven ingredients in the order listed. Place the pasta in a 1-qt. resealable plastic bag; add to the jar. Seal tightly. Yield: 1 batch (4 cups).
2. To prepare soup: Remove pasta from top of jar and set aside. Place water in a Dutch oven; stir in soup mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Add the chicken, tomatoes and pasta. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes longer or until pasta, peas and lentils are tender. Yield: 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).
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