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.