3 tbsp. butter
2 med. onions, minced
8 c. water
2 c. dried split peas
5 cloves
1 bay leaf
1/2 lb. bacon, cut crosswise
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 med. carrots, diced
1/4 tsp. marjoram
1 tbsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Put all ingredients into crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours. Before serving remove bay leaf and cloves.