Step 1

Combine split peas, rice, and water/broth in slow cooker.

Step 2

Set on low and cook on low for 6 hours.

Step 3

With about 30 minutes left in the cooking cycle, begin sauting the caramelized onions.

Step 4

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil.

Step 5

Add sliced onions, white sugar and pinch of salt.

Step 6

Cook on medium-low heat, stirring regularly until the onions are translucent, brown, sweet, and juicy.

Step 7

Serve Split Peas and Brown Rice with caramelized onions as garnish.