Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 1 ham bone ((optional))
  • 1 package dried split peas (about 2 1/2 cups or 1 lb)
  • 9 cups chicken broth (if you like it thick, use 8 c.)
  • 4 carrots (coarsely chopped)
  • 3 potatoes (medium, diced small)
  • 3 celery stalks (chopped)
  • 1 onion (finely chopped)
  • 2-3 cups diced ham
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 bay leaf

Instruction

  • If using a ham bone, add it to a LARGE Crockpot.
  • Add remaining ingredients and cook on low for about 7-8 hours or on high for about 5 hours. Discard bay leaf before serving. 
  • Serve with sliced French bread.