Crockpot Split Pea, Lentil, And Barley Soup Aka Weight Watchers - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 ounces dried split peas
1 1/2 ounces barley
1 1/2 ounces brown lentils
3/4 cup turkey pepperoni (or any smoky meat you want, or omit completely!)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup carrot, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 cups fat-free chicken broth

Preparation

In a slow cooker, layer every ingredient except the broth in order listed (do not stir). Boil broth, then add to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until vegetables are tender. 3Discard bay leaves before serving.