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2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
1/3 cup uncooked instant rice
1/3 cup red lentils
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/3 cup uncooked instant rice
1/3 cup green lentils
2 teaspoons butter or margarine
8 cups water
1/4 cup chopped celery (optional)
1 cup cubed cooked chicken (optional)
Directions
Measure the chicken bouillon granules into a 1 pint jar. Top with 1/3 cup of instant rice, red lentils, dried parsley, pepper, poultry seasoning, 1/3 cup of rice and then the green lentils on top. Seal with a lid and ring for gift giving.
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 celery and chicken if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.