Hearty Split Pea and Ham Soup

10 c. Water
16 oz. pkg. Split Green Peas, sorted and washed
1/2 c. Vidalia or Texas Sweet 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

Soak split peas overnight.

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. Add ham. Cook on low for 3 hours. Add more water if needed. Stir in lemon juice. Remove bay leaf. For a smoother texture, puree half of the soup in an electric blender or food processor. Makes 8 cups.

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