Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

1 pound dried green split peas, rinsed

1 meaty ham bone, 2 ham hocks or 2 cups diced ham

1 cup sliced baby carrots

1 cup chopped yellow onion

2 stalks celery plus leaves, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 bay leaf

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

6 cups chicken broth

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