Hearty Split Pea Soup

By Gerry

Thick and Tasty Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

Ingredients

• 16 Ounces dried split peas
• 2 cups diced fully cooked bacon
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 5 cups boiling water
• 1 cup milk

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

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