SPLIT PEA SOUP

I love split pea soup and this is a good recipe.

• 1(16 ounce) package dried split peas, rinsed
• 2cups diced ham
• 3carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1medium onion, chopped
• 2stalks celery, plus leaves, chopped
• 2garlic cloves, minced
• 1bay leaf
• 1⁄2teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1⁄2teaspoon fresh pepper
• 1 1⁄2quarts hot water or 1 1⁄2 quarts broth
• Layer ingredients in crockpot.
• Pour in water, so don't stir.
• Cover and cook on high 4-5 hours or on low for 8-10 hours.
• Remove Bay leaf.
• Serve with some nice crusty bread or buns.
• Yield: 4 to 6 servings
• Note: Recipe and picture from FOOD.