Heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Add the garlic, sweet pepper, oregano, and split peas.

Cook and stir for a few seconds.

Add 1 qt. of vegetable broth. Cover and lower temperature.

Simmer until the split peas are very soft. Add more broth and stir when it becomes necessary.

Add the dry porcini mushrooms, carrot, and TIO JORGE Tropical Vegetable Mix.

Add the remaining broth until it covers all the vegetables.

Simmer covered over medium heat until all the vegetables and roots are cooked through.

Chop the cilantro and parsley and add to the pot.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.