• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 c chopped carrots
• 1 c chopped celery
• 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 lb dried split peas
• 10 c water
• 1 lb smoked sausage
• 5 chicken bouillon (or more, whatever)
• 2 bay leaves

1. Dice some of the carrots, celery, and onion, cook in oil/butter until fragrant
2. Rinse split peas
3. Add seasonings to soup starter
4. Add potatoes and other large veggies to soup starter, stir a bit
5. Add water, chicken stock, bay leaves, cover
6. Simmer for several hours (~3?)

http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/rich-french-onion-soup?keycode=ZPIN1112

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Slow-Cooker-Lentil-and-Ham-Soup/Detail.aspx?evt19=1

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/16810/slow-cooker-split-pea-sausage-soup/