Split pea soup makes a filling meal.
Split peas are available dry in 1 lb. packages, and feature a greenish-yellow appearance. According to the University of Utah, split peas are high in protein and other essential nutrients. While you can prepare slit peas in a variety of ways, such as on your stove top, making them in a Crock-Pot takes minimal effect. Simply place the split peas, along with any additional ingredients to make a soup, into the slow cooker in the morning and enjoy a hot meal at the end of the day.
Instructions
1. Place 1 lb. of split peas in a colander and rinse them under running water. Pick through the peas to remove any debris such as small pebbles.
2. Transfer the split peas into a Crock-Pot. Pour in 10 cups of chicken or vegetable broth.
3. Chop 1 cup each of peeled carrots, celery and white onion and add them to the Crock-Pot. Sprinkle in salt, ground black pepper and dried herbs, such as thyme, rosemary and parsley to taste.
4. Place the lid on the Crock-Pot and cook the split peas on "low" for six to eight hours, or "high" for four to five hours.
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