Here is my second recipe; today. It sounds good to me. Give it a try!
Recipe #33:

                                                          Split Pea with Ham Soup

1 Ham Steak.
1 Pound of Dry Split Peas.
1 Onion; chopped.
1 clove of Garlic; chopped.
2-3 Boxes Chicken Broth.
Water if needed.
Salt or Salt Substitute; to taste.
Pepper to taste.

Put all of the ingredients in the Crock-Pot; adding water last, only if needed.
Cover and cook on High for 5-6 hours or on Low for 10-12 hours; until done and tender.
Remove the Ham Steak from the Crock-Pot and set aside.
Mash the Peas lightly, if desired.
Cut the Ham into bite-size pieces and put back in the Crock-Pot.
Serve with Cornbread, Crackers or whatever you prefer.