2 c Rice, uncooked 1/2 c Raisins 1/3 c Walnuts, chopped 1/4 c Onions, dried 2 tb Salt 1 tb Curry powder 1 tb Sugar 2 ts Paprika 1 1/2 ts Dill weed 1 ts Dry mustard 1 ts Coriander, ground 1 ts Garlic powder 1/2 ts Cardamom, ground 2 c Shredded cooked Chicken In large bowl, combine all ingredients, stirring until well blended. Store in an airtight container. To make soup,bring 10 c water to boil in large stockpot over high heat; add soup mix. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Stirring occasionally, simmer 20-25 minutes, until rice is tender. Stir in 2 c shredded cooked chicken or cooked peeled shrimp; cook until heated through. Serve immediately. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator. This mix is a flavorful way to warm up on a cold winter's day. From "Christmas Gifts of Good Taste" Posted on GEnie by D.MORRISSEY [DEE], Nov 13, 1991 MM by Sylvia Steiger, GEnie THE.STEIGERS, CI$ 71511,2253, GT Cookbook echo moderator, net/node 004/005