Crockpot Split Pea Soup

2023, Nov 12    

Ingredients

• 1 pound split peas, rinsed and picked over
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 2 cups carrot, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced or finely grated
• 1-2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 quart vegetable broth, or chicken stock
• 2 cups water
• Optional: 1 ham bone or 2 cups diced ham

To add at the end

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar , or fresh lemon juice

Instructions

• Add the split peas, onion, celery, carrot, garlic, bay leaves, smoked paprika, salt, broth, water and the ham or ham bone (if using) to a 6-quart slow cooker, stirring to combine.
• Cover and cook on high for 5-6 hours or low for 7-8. Do not remove the lid during the cooking time.
• Uncover, add the red wine vinegar, and stir to combine. Remove the ham bone (if using) and discard. Taste and add additional salt or vinegar if desired. Serve with toppings of your choice.
• Note that this soup may be on the thin side at first. Leave it covered in the slow cooker for an hour. During that time it cools slightly and thickens.