Spli Pea Soup with Ham and Jalapeno

Total Time
Prep: 15 min. Cook: 6 hours


Makes
6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)


Ingredients
2 smoked ham hocks
1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas
4 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Directions
In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 6-8 hours. Remove meat from bones when cool enough to handle; cut ham into small pieces and return to slow cooker.
Peppers (Hot)
Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Facts
1-1/2 cups: 316 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 642mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 21g fiber), 22g protein.