TORTELLINI BEAN SOUP MIX

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I like to use mixes for Christmas gifts. One year, I gave this soup mix in a jar and included a kettle, a mug and a pint of my home-canned tomatoes.-Doris Simmons, Browning, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 15 servings (3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup dried great northern beans
1/4 cup dried lentils
1/4 cup dried green split peas
3/4 cup uncooked dried tricolor tortellini
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2 teaspoons dried minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
8 cups water
1 can (49-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

In a 3-cup jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, layer the beans, lentils and peas. In a small resealable plastic bag, combine the tortellini, parsley, bouillon, garlic, thyme and salt. Place bag in jar. Replace lid and store in a cool, dry place. Yield: 1 batch (about 2-1/4 cups)., To prepare soup: Remove bag of tortellini and seasonings; set aside. Rinse the beans, lentils and peas; drain. Place in a Dutch oven. Add 8 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until beans are tender. , Stir in the tortellini and seasonings, broth, tomatoes, carrots and celery. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until pasta and vegetables are tender. Serve with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 741mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.