Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Bacon and Hash Browns

1. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

2. Place bacon, split peas, hash brown potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth in a slow cooker; stir to combine.

3. Cook on Low for 8 hours (or High for 6 hours).

Calories 273 kcal 14%

Carbohydrates 44 g 14%

Cholesterol 10 mg 3%

Fat 3.4 g 5%

Fiber 16.1 g 64%

Protein 17.7 g 35%

Sodium 1116 mg 45%