RAINBOW BEAN SOUP IN A JAR

Steps:

• Look for red lentils or yellow split peas for a real rainbow of colors in this mix, if you can't find use regular brown lentils or pick a colorful dried bean of your choice for this layer.
• Mix seasonings and place in a thin zipper sandwich bag.
• Use a Pint Jar that has a wide mouth.
• Place each type of bean in jar in order listed above.
• Top with season bag, gently flatten bag so it can be seen from all sides.
• Put lid on jar.
• Decorate jar.
• Attach recipe to jar.
• Put a expiration date on year from now.
• RAINBOW BEAN SOUP.
• Remove seasoning packet.
• Set aside.
• Rinse beans place beans in large microwave safe dish.
• Cover with water 1" to 2" over top of beans.
• Cover dish loosely with plastic wrap.
• Microwave on high for 15 minutes, rotating after 7 minutes.
• Drain and rinse beans very well.
• Place beans in very large pan.
• Add 4 cups water and 1/2 can crushed tomatoes and seasonings from packet.
• Cover, bring to boil.
• Lower heat, cover pan and simmer 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender.
• STIR OCCASIONALLY.
• Enjoy!