Split Pea and Ham Soup

For a smoother texture, puree half of the soup in an electric blender or food processor. Makes 8 cups

10 c. Water
16 oz. pkg. Split Green Peas, sorted and washed
1/2 c. Vidalia Onions
1 Bay Leaf
1 tbsp. Dill Weed
1 tbsp. Thyme Leaves, crushed
2 tsp. Garlic Powder
3 tsp. Salt
1 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
2 c. Carrots, thinly sliced
2 c. Celery, thinly sliced
2 tbsp. Lemon Juice
1 c. Ham, cooked

  1. Soak split peas overnight.
  2. In slow cooker or slow cooker combine water, split peas, onion, bay leaves, dill weed, thyme, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cook on high for 1 hours. Add carrots and celery. Cook on high for 1 hour.
  3. Add ham. Cook on low for 3 hours. Add more water if needed. Stir in lemon juice. Remove bay leaf.

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