Hearty Soup Mix and Stock

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.