Ingredients:

1 lb. diced cooked ham

6 cups water

1 lb. dry split peas

2 cups peeled and diced potatoes

3/4 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped celery

1 large carrot, sliced, optional

2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp dried marjoram, crushed

1/4 tsp black pepper

Directions:

1. Place the ham in the Slow cooker or crock pot. Add the water, split peas, potatoes, onion, celery, salt, marjoram, and pepper; stir to blend ingredients. Add the lid to the cooker and cook on low for 10 to 12 hours. Before servings, stir the mixture and add more salt and pepper if needed to suit your taste.

Bon Appetit!