Pasta Fagioli Soup Mix

Soup Mix in a Jar!

A favorite homespun holiday gift.

For Pasta Fagioli Soup -

Place 1 cup small pasta shells in the bottom of a large mason jar.

Add a layer of 3/4 cup red beans.

Add a layer of 3/4 cup great northern beans.

And a layer of 1 cup pinto beans. 

Combine spices and place into a small bag.

3 tablespoons dried parsley

1 teaspoon dried oregano 

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried minced onion

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon onion salt

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 bay leaf

Fold over bag and staple. 

Carefully place bag on top of beans.

And top with lid.

Add a piece of fabric or ribbon and attach the following recipe to prepare soup.

Additional ingredients needed -

1 can diced tomatoes

1 teaspoon salt

fresh grated parmesan cheese, optional

Carefully remove seasoning packet from jar and set aside.

Remove beans; sort and rinse.

Set pasta aside.

Place beans in a large pot and add 6 cups of water.

Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes.  

Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour.

Drain and discard liquid.

Return beans to the pot.

Add contents of seasoning packet and 8 cups of water.

Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.

Add tomatoes and salt; cover and simmer 30 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

Stir in pasta; cover and simmer for 10 minutes longer or until pasta is tender.

Remove bay leaf before serving.

Top with parmesan cheese if desired and enjoy!

Makes 14 servings.