Pasta Soup In A Jar

Ingredients and Instructions

1/2 C. macaroni

1/4 C. dried lentils

1/4 C. dried, chopped mushrooms

2 T. Parmesan cheese, grated

1 T. onion flakes

1 T. chicken soup base

1 tsp. dried parsley

1/2 tsp. oregano

1 dash garlic powder

Mix Parmesan cheese, onion flakes, soup base, parsley, oregano and garlic

powder together in a small bowl.

In a one pint jar, layer ingredients in this order:

Spice mixture

Macaroni

Lentils

Mushrooms

Store with tightly sealed lid, until needed.

Attach the following recipe with a hang tag to give as a gift:

Basic Pasta Soup

Combine contents of jar with 3 cups water in a 2 quart saucepan. Bring to a boil,

then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until lentils are tender,

stirring occasionally. Makes 4 servings.