Mason Jar Meals

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.

47 · 6 soup mixes in a jar that make great gift ideas for your kids' teachers, relatives, friends, and more. They each come with Instant Pot directions too.

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