SEASONING FOR SOUPS, STEWS, ETC. 
6 sm. bay leaves
6 whole cloves
1/3 c. parsley flakes
1 1/2 tsp. ground savory
1/2 c. celery flakes
1 tbsp. ground marjoram
30 peppercorns
2 tbsp. ground thyme

Put 1 bay leaf, 1 clove and 5 peppercorns in each of 6 small cheesecloths bags. Mix remaining ingredients well. Divide equally and pack into bags. Each bag will season 2 quarts of liquid. Store in a tight container. Use to flavor soup, stews, etc.

Bags should be about 1 x 1 1/2 inches plus 1/2 inch seam allowance on all sides. Unbleached muslin may also be used. Stitch 3 sides on machine, full bags and sew top closed by hand. Recipe makes 6 bags. Maybe used as small gifts.

 

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