Step 1

Place split peas on the bottom of a slow cooker.

Step 2

Add carrots, celery, onion, bay leaf and ham hock.

Step 3

Cover with water.

Step 4

Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours, or until meat will fall off the bone easily.

Step 5

Remove bone, discard fat and skin. Chop meat and return to soup. Stir then serve.