Taste it as you go: Before serving the Italian barley soup, taste it. That way you know if it needs more salt, garlic or anything else.
Boost shelf life: Add an oxygen absorber to the barley sausage soup in a jar mix to extend the shelf life. Oxygen absorbers are those little packages that say “do not eat” on them. They work by absorbing moisture and oxygen, helping to prevent spoilage and mold.
Get everything you need: Before you start, make sure you have a pint-sized wide mouth mason jar, printable labels and butcher’s twine.
Label the jar: It’s important that you label the jar with the soup mix ingredients as well as the instructions to make the soup when you're ready.
Gift-giving: These soups in jars make adorable and useful gifts! So, make extra for friends and family who like homemade soup and robust, hearty flavors. They will love these edible gifts when it's holiday gift giving time.
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