SPLIT PEA SOUP MIX

2 1/2 cups green split peas (16 oz. pkg.)
2 1/2 cups lentils (16 oz. pkg.)
2 1/2 cups pearl barley (16 oz. pkg.)
2 cups alphabet macaroni (8 oz. pkg.)
1 cup dried onion flakes
1/2 cup celery flakes
1/2 cup parsley flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons white pepper

Mix all ingredients together. Store in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Stir before using.

Makes 10 cups of mix.

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TO COOK: Combine 1 cup of soup mix with 4 cups of water or seasoned stock in large pan.

Add 1 cup of cooked chopped meat, if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover pan. Simmer gently for 45 to 60 minutes, or until peas are tender.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt if desired.