Split Pea Soup

1 Pound Green Split Peas
8 Cups Water
1 Tablespoon Ham Base
1 (8 oz.) Package John Morrell Diced Ham
1 Cup Celery, chopped
1/2 Cup Onion, chopped
1/2 Cup Carrots, sliced
1/4 teaspoon Dried Basil
1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme
Salt and Pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together in a crockpot and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low 8-9 hours.

Serves: 11 (1 Cup Each)
Per Serving: 177 Calories; 2g Fat (8.6% calories from fat); 14g Protein; 27g Carbohydrate; 11g Dietary Fiber; 12mg Cholesterol; 453mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fat. WWP: 3 (www.AimeesAdventures.com)