Layered lentil and rice soup

4

Makes

4 Servings

Layered lentil and rice soup

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp chicken bouillon
  • 1/3 cup uncooked converted rice
  • 1/3 cup red lentils
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp savoury
  • 1/3 cup uncooked converted rice
  • 1/3 cup green lentils

FOR PREP:

  • 2 tsp butter , or margarine
  • 8 cups water

Instructions

  • Pour the ingredients in the order given into a 2 cup Mason jar, and screw on the lid.
  • When ready to make the soup, bring the butter and water to a boil in a large pot. Pour in the contents of the jar and add and veggies you wish, or make it as is without additions.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until the lentils are tender (about 25 minutes).

By Catherine Robertson

This make-ahead jar meal cuts your post-workday prep time in half! Not only is this healthy dish yummy and packed with fiber, but it also takes up little space in your refrigerator.

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