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Slow Cooker Pea and Ham Soup

A hearty and comforting slow cooker soup made with split peas, tender ham, and vegetables simmered to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup
  • 2 cups dried green split peas rinsed
  • 1.5 cups cooked ham diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Rinse split peas thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Add split peas, ham, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the slow cooker.
  3. Pour chicken broth over the ingredients.
  4. Add bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours.
  6. Remove bay leaf and stir the soup.
  7. Blend partially if desired for a smoother texture.
  8. Serve hot with fresh parsley garnish.

Notes

For deeper flavor, add a leftover ham bone to the slow cooker.