Vegan Split Pea Soup

• 1 lb split green peas, sorted and rinsed well
• 2 quarts vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 large chopped onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 3 chopped celery ribs
• 2 bay leaves (optional)
• salt and pepper to taste

1. Combine everything in your slow cooker and cook for 5-6 hours or until peas are very soft.
2. Remove bay leaves
3. Cream with an immersion blender