Slow Cooker Split Pea & Ham Soup
Ingredients
- 1 16-oz package dried split peas
- 3 C. water
- 2 cans chicken stock
- 2 C. diced ham (cooked bacon could also be used)
- 1/4 cup dried minced onion
- 1 cup chopped or sliced celery
- 1 cup chopped or sliced carrots
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 tsp. thyme
- 1 tsp. hickory-flavored salt or liquid smoke optional
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a regular-size slower cooker.
- Cover with lid and cook on high setting 3-5 hours; low setting for 6-8 hours.
- To serve, garnish with chopped parsley, chopped ham or bacon bits.
