Split Pea Soup (Crock Pot) - Dairy Free - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package dried split peas, rinsed
2 cups diced ham
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, plus leaves, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh pepper
1 1/2 quarts hot water or 1 1/2 quarts broth

Preparation

Layer ingredients in crockpot.
Pour in water, so don't stir.
Cover and cook on high 4-5 hours or on low for 8-10 hours.
Remove Bay leaf.
Serve with some nice crusty bread or buns.