RAINBOW BEAN SOUP
- 3/4 cup dried red beans
- 3/4 cup great northern beans
- 3/4 cup split peas
- 3/4 cup lentils, preferably red or yellow
- 3/4 cup black beans
SEASONING PACKET:
- 2 Tbsp dried minced onion
- 2 Tbsp beef bouillon granules
- 2 Tbsp dried parsley flakes
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 2 tsp powdered lemonade mix with sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Layer the beans in the order given into a wide mouth 1-quart canning jar. Mix and place the seasonings in a small plastic bag. Place the packet on top of the beans. Attach a gift tag with the cooking directions.
COOKING DIRECTIONS:
- 1 jar Rainbow Bean Soup Mix
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
Remove seasoning packet and set aside. Rinse beans and place in a microwave safe dish. Cover with water, 1 to 2 inches over the top of the beans. Cover dish loosely with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 15 minutes. Drain and rinse beans very well. Place beans in a large soup pot. Add 8 cups water, cover and bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer 1 hour or until beans are "tender". Stir occasionally. Add tomatoes and seasoning packet and simmer for another 1/2 hour.
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