1 (16 oz.) pkg. dried green split peas, rinsed
1 meaty hambone, 2 ham hocks, or 2 cups diced ham
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 ribs of celery plus leaves, chopped
1 or 2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 tbsp. seasoned salt (or to taste)
1/2 tsp. fresh pepper
1 1/2 qts. hot water
1/2 tsp. fresh pepper
1 1/2 qts. hot water
Preparation:
Layer ingredients in slow cooker in the order given; pour in water.

Do not stir ingredients. Cover and cook on HIGH 4 to 5 hours or on low 8 to 10 hours until peas are very soft and ham falls off bone. Remove bones and bay leaf. Mash peas to thicken more, if desired. Serve garnished with croutons. Freezes well.
Serves 8.

Serves 8.

YUM Karen!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat's funny is that I don't love peas, but I've always liked split pea soup...can't explain it! I love my slow cooker too and I'll have to try this recipe. It's totally perfect for a cold day!
ReplyDeleteThat looks wonderful. Thanks for sharing this recipe. I'll definitely be trying it out!
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Thanks for sharing. Looks yummy.
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This sounds like such a warm and cozy soup to make. I've never tried making this type, but I'll definitely have to bookmark this.
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