5 Bean Soup in a Jar Gift Idea
If you are looking for an inexpensive gift for any occasion, soup in a jar is the answer! This handmade gift is layered with seasonings and dried beans, then completed with a printable gift tag of the recipe.
Makes 1 jar
What You Will Need
Ingredients for jar:
- 1 quart 32 ounce jar with lid
- Printable label/gift tag
- 1 cup dried kidney beans
- 1 cup dried white beans
- 1 cup dried black beans
- 1 cup dried pinto beans
- 1 cup dried split peas
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 bay leaf
- ⅓ cup beef granules optional for vegetarians
To make the soup, you will also need:
- 2 14.5 ounce cans diced tomatoes
- 3 quarts water or beef stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Layer Ingredients in the Mason Jar
- Layer the minced onion, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, and dry mustard to the bottom of a 32 ounce mason jar.
- Then, add layers of the beans to create the look you desire.
- After the beans have been added, place the bay leaf on top.
- Add the lid to the jar and seal tightly.
- Follow the instructions below to print the gift tags
Print the Gift Tags
- Download the tag linked in the post above, then print on white card stock for added stability.
- Cut around the tags with scissors.
- Tape to the jar or punch a hole in the top and tie with ribbon or string around the lid.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with mixing the dried beans all together, alternating colors, or creating another color scheme.
Tie ribbon around the mouth of the jar for extra decoration. If you are using a mason jar with a lid and ring, try adding some fabric for extra decoration.