Crockpot Split Pea Soup

Servings: 6

2.5 cups dried split peas
3 carrots (chopped)
1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
2 stalks celery (chopped)
6 cups low sodium chicken stock
Your choice of: 2 smoked ham bones OR 2 large smoked turkey thighs (you can find these at Millers or any butcher shop)
4 cloves garlic (chopped)
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp oregano
2 bay leaves
3 tbsp olive oil

In your crock pot, first pour in split peas, followed by all vegetables and seasoning, and pour the broth on top last.
Place in your smoked turkey or ham on top, and make sure they are surrounded by the other ingredients - really push them in there. BTW - both are delicious in the soup and I wanted there to be an option for both!
Turn your crockpot to low and cook for 7-8 hours
Remove the turkey or ham, and set aside. Using forks (or a shredder if you have one) shred the meat into tiny pieces. Place in a bowl.
Use an immersion blender in the crockpot to blend the soup into a creamy delicious mixture. If you don't have one, transfer your soup in batches into your blender and blend until creamy.
Add the meat back in, and serve! Top with whatever you like!

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