Hearty soup mix and stock

 
                         HEARTY SOUP MIX AND STOCK
 
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 Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
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   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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                         Hearty soup mix
    1                    (14 oz) pkg dry green split
                         Peas
    1                    (12-oz) pkg pearl barley
    1                    (14-oz) alphabet macaroni
    1                    (12-oz) pkg lentils
    1 1/2   c            Brown rice
    4       c            Dry minced onion
                         Hearty soup stock
    1 1/3   c            Hearty soup mix (above)
    2                    Sl Carrots
    2                    Stalks celery, chopped
    1 1/2   c            Cabbage, shredded
    2                    (15-oz) cans tomato sauce
    1                    24-oz can vegetable juice
    1       lb           Ground beef, cooked (opt)
 
   HEARTY SOUP MIX:  Combine ingredients in a large airtight container. Stir
   to evenly distribute ingredients. Label container. Store in a cool, dry
   place.  Use within 6 months.  Shake before using.
    Makes about 12- 1/2 cups of Hearty Soup Mix. HEARTY SOUP STOCK: Put 6 cups
   water in a large kettle or Dutch oven. Add 1-1/3 cups Hearty Soup Mix and
   salt.
    Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 1 to 1/2 hours.
    Add carrots, celery, cabbage, tomato sauce, and vegetable juice cocktail.
   Add cooked ground beef or other leftover meat, if desired. Simmer 20 more
   minutes, until vegetables are cooked. YIELD:  6 to 8 Servings.
  
 
 
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