Hearty Soup Mix

1. Combine all ingredients in a large airtight container.
2. Stiri to evenly distribute ingredients.
3. Label as Hearty Soup Mixi. Store in a cool, dry place and use within 6 months.
4. Shake well before using.
5. Makes about 12 1/2 cups of mix. Hearty Soup stock: Put 6 cups of water and 1 1/3 cups of mix in a large kettle or Dutch oveni.
6. Add 1 1/2 T salt.
7. Bring to a boil.
8. Cover and simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
9. Add 2 carrots, sliced, 1 or 2 stalks celery, chopped, 1 1/2 cups cabbage, shredded, 2 (15 oz) cans of tomato sauce, 1 (24 oz) can vegetable juice cocktail, and if desired 1 lb lean cooked ground beef or leftover cooked beef.
10. Simmeri 20 more minutes, until vegetables are cooked.
11. Makes 6 to 8 servings.