Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried split peas
  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried lentils
  • 12 cups water
  • 12 teaspoons chicken soup base
  • 4 carrots, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons italian seasoning

Method

  • Dump it all in the crock pot.
  • Cook on high for 8 hours or until beans are soft.
  • If you like it creamy, puree some or all of it with an immersion (hand held stick) blender.
  • If you don't have Italian seasoning, any combination of oregano, basil, sage, rosemary, thyme and marjoram will work.
  • Serve with crispy French or Italian bread.