Split Pea Tortellini Soup Mix in a Jar

3 ounces dried cheese-filled tortellini (2/3 cup)
1/4 cup dried tomatoes, snipped
1/3 cup dried split green peas
1/2 cup dried chopped carrots
1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme, crushed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Layer ingredients in a large jar.

Attach the following instructions on a gift tag:

Split Pea Tortellini Soup

Empty jar ingredients into a 3-quart saucepan. Add 5 cups water. Bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 50 minutes or until peas are tender. (Option: Add 1 cup chopped cooked ham or sausage.)

Serves 4.