Hearty Soup Mix

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a large airtight container.

Stir to evenly distribute ingredients.

Label as Hearty Soup Mix.

Store in a cool, dry place and use within 6 months.

Shake well before using.

Makes about 12½ cups of mix.

Hearty Soup Stock: Put 6 cups of water and 1⅓ cups of mix in a large kettle or Dutch oven.

Add 12½ tablespoon salt.

Bring to a boil.

Cover and simmer 1 to 12½ hours.

Add 2 carrots, sliced, 1 or 2 stalks celery, chopped, 12½ cups cabbage, shredded, 2 (15 oz) cans of tomato sauce, 1 (24 oz) can vegetable juice cocktail, and if desired 1 lb lean cooked ground beef or leftover cooked beef.

Simmer 20 more minutes, until vegetables are cooked.