1/2 c. dried onion flakes
1/2 c. dried celery flakes
1/4 c. dried parsley flakes
2 tbsp. dried whole marjoram
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1/2 c. beef flavored bouillon granules
1 lb. dried navy beans
1 lb. dried kidney beans
2 c. elbow macaroni

Combine first 8 ingredients; divide into 4 gift packages. Add 2 tablespoons bouillon granules to each package. Label and seal. Combine navy beans and kidney beans; divide into 4 gift packages. Label and seal. Place 1/2 cup macaroni into 4 gift packages. Label and seal. Present 1 package herb mix, 1 package bean mix and 1 package macaroni with recipe for minestrone soup. Yield: 4 gift packages.