Hearty Pasta Soup Mix

• 1/2 cup dried split peas
• 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
• 1/2 cup dried lentils
• 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1 envelope savory herb with garlic soup mix or vegetable soup mix
• 2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
• 10 cups water
• 3 cups cubed cooked chicken
• 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

1. In a half-pint glass container, layer the first seven ingredients in the order listed; seal tightly. Place the pasta in a 1-pint resealable jar; seal.
2. 1 batch (3 cups).
3. Place water in a Dutch oven; stir in soup mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Add chicken, tomatoes and pasta. Cover and simmer until pasta, peas and lentils are tender, 15-20 minutes longer.

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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/hearty-pasta-soup-mix/ (may not work)