2 T dried parsley flakes
1 tsp. pepper
2 T beef bouillon granules
1/3 c dried minced onion
1 tsp sugar
3 to 3 1/2 c tri-colored curly rotini pasta spirals, optional to divide by color

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.

Attach a gift tag with the cooking directions.

For a different look, place a small amount of stuffing under a fabric cover before attaching to "puff" the top.

Curly Soup

1 jar Curly Soup Mix
1 (14 ounce) can crushed or diced tomatoes

Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large soup pot. Add the Curly Soup Mix and tomatoes. Bring back to a boil. Lower heat and simmer uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes until pasta is tender.

For more information  on 4-H:

Boone County Extension Center
1012 N. Hwy UU,
Columbia, MO 65203
573-445-9792
http://extension.missouri.edu/boone