Easy Split Pea Soup

I like this recipe because it is so simple to make in the crockpot.

• Ready In: 5 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 9

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package  dried split peas
• 2  cups  diced fully cooked lean ham
• 1  cup  diced carrot
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 2  bay leaves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 5  cups boiling water
• 1  cup  hot milk

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, layer the first nine ingredients in order listed (do not stir).
2. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until vegetables are tender. Stir in milk.
3. Discard bay leaves before serving.