Split Pea Soup

1. 1

   Slow cooker: load the slow cooker/pot with half a gallon hot water.

2. 2

   Stovetop: add the water to a pot and bring to a boil. Place the peas into the hot water.

3. 3

   Add the ham shanks.

4. 4

   Slow cooker: cook on high for 3 hours.

5. 5

   Stovetop: bring to the boil and then simmer, covered, for 3 hours. Add more water if the liquid boils away too quickly.

6. 6

   Remove the ham shanks from the soup and pull off the bone. Chop into smaller pieces if necessary. Return to the slow cooker/saucepan. Chop the celery and leeks into small pieces. Next, add the celery, leeks, salt and pepper and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Chop half the sausage into smaller pieces. Add the sausage to the soup and bring to the boil. Serve hot with fresh bread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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