Slow Cooker Split Pea Ham & Barley Soup
A thick & creamy healthy split pea soup that's chock full of hidden veggies with chopped ham and bits of barley- it's quick & easy and simple, thanks to cooking in the slow cooker.
Ingredients
- 1 cup green split peas
- 1/2 cup pearl barley
- 2 cups diced ham
- 3/4 cup peeled, diced carrots
- 3/4 cup diced white onion
- 3/4 cup diced celery
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In the bowl of a full size slow cooker, layer the peas, barley, ham, carrots, onion and celery- in that order, and do not stir or combine.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the broth, water, and spicing until evenly combined. Slowly pour the mixture into the slow cooker, without disturbing the layers. Stick in the bay leaf.
- Cover the slow cooker to seal and cook on high for 4-5 hours, or on low heat for 7-8, or until the peas are softened & creamy.
- Remove the bay leaf, and stir the soup together until thick, creamy, and evenly combined. Salt & pepper, to taste.
- Serve immediately with crusty bread or crackers, if desired.
Notes
recipe adapted from Mel's Kitchen Cafe