Miso Soup with Mushrooms, Snow Peas and Tofu

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1/2 - 2 c. mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, or baby bella), cleaned,

stemmed and sliced

4 oz. (about 2 cups) fresh snow peas, trimmed and cut in half crosswise

8 oz. firm tofu, drained and diced

2 scallions, sliced

3-4 T. miso (any variety) dissolved in 1/3 c. water

Fresh ground pepper to taste

 

1. Combine the mushrooms and 5 cups of water in a large saucepan and

simmer gently for 10 minutes.

 

2. Add the snow peas and tofu. Simmer just until the snow pears are

tender/crisp, about 3 minutes.

 

3. Stir in the scallions and dissolved miso, remove from heat, season

and serve.