Split Pea Tortellini Soup Mix Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 ounces dried cheese-filled tortellini (about 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
• 5 cups water
• 1 cup chopped cooked ham or sausage (optional)