Spiral Soup Mix

Okay, I know!  I just can't get enough of making mixes as gifts.  Through several mixes into a  basket, and you have a great Christmas gift.  I have found that making a mix takes less time than making a baked good for gifts, also.  Plus, the recipient can use it at his or her convenience.  See here for the recipe.  I used the first version, and I recommended adding a pound of cooked hamburger.  I like some meat in my soups!  Also, the recipe called for 1/2 cup of dried minced onion.  According to my package of minced onion, that is the equivalent of 2 cups of fresh.  For me, that seemed a little much.  I put a little less than 1/4 cup of the dried minced onion.  Keep this recipe in mind the next time you need a little something as a gift!

Here is the text on my label:

Spiral Soup

Directions:  In large pan, bring 8 cups water and 2 cups diced or crushed tomatoes to boil.  Add one pound cooked hamburger or other meat if desired.  Add Spiral Soup mix.  Simmer 15 minutes or until pasta is tender.   
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