"With a rich ham flavor and a balanced combination of potatoes, leeks, and split peas, this slow cooker split pea soup is a keeper...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 leeks (sliced thin, washed and rinsed very well)
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½ large onion (diced small)
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8 baby red potatoes (diced into 1-inch pieces)
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2 cloves garlic
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2 bay leaves
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1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasonings
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1 ham bone
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1½ cups dried split peas
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3 cups chicken broth (if using homemade stock, be sure to adjust the salt accordingly)
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3 cups water
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½ teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)