Crockpot Split Pea Soup Recipe

Crockpot Split Pea Soup Recipe

1 (16-oz.) package of rinsed dried split peas
2 c. of ham, diced OR
2 pcs. meaty ham hocks OR
1 pc. hambone
1 medium chopped onion
2 pcs. chopped celery stalks
1 pc. bay leaf
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped parsley (fresh)
A tbsp. of salt (seasoned)
1.5 qts. of warm water
Half a teaspoon of freshly ground pepper

Place all the ingredients inside your Crockpot in layers then add in the water. Don’t stir. Cook, covered, at high settings for 4-5 hrs. or if cooking at low settings then 8-10 hrs. just until the peas become soft & the ham starts to fall off from the bone.

Take out the bones & bay leaf. This dish is best served with some croutons as garnishing. The dish can also be stored inside your freezer.