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Slow Cooker Ham and Split Pea Soup

Slow cooker inspo: Easy and affordable. This classic ham and split pea soup makes six generous portions. Leftovers are great for weekday lunches or future lazy dinners. I use a meaty ham bone weighing around 1kg. You can remove the skin before cooking but it is easier to remove after cooking. Slow Cooker Ham and Split Pea Soup 15 mins prep | 8 hours cookDifficulty: Easy | Serves 6 INGREDIENTS1 ham bone500g dried split peas2 bay leaves2 onions, diced1 carrot, peeled and diced2 celery sticks, diced1.5 to 2L waterSalt and pepper TO SERVEChopped parsleyBread rolls or crusty bread PREPARATION1. Place the split peas and ham bone into slow cooker. Top with bay leaves, onion, carrots and celery. Add 1.5 to 2 litres water to cover ingredients. Cover with lid and slow cook for 8 to 10 hours on low.2. Remove ham bone and place on a chopping board.3. Remove the bay leaves and discard.4. Remove and discard the bone, skin and fat. Shred or chop the meat and reserve. Add the shredded/chopped meat back into …