Mixes in a Jar Recipes - Variety

Goulash Mix in a Jar

1/2 cup dried minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon sugar
3 cups elbow macaroni

Layer the ingredients in the order given into a wide-mouth 1 quart canning jar. Pack each layer in place before adding the next ingredient. Mix and place the toppings in a small plastic bag. Place the packet on top of the pasta.

Attach a gift tag with these instructions:

Goulash

Contents of gift jar
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 cup water

In a large skillet brown ground beef and drain off fat. Add tomatoes and water, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Uncover; simmer until macaroni is tender and sauce is thickened.