Miso Soup
modified by Beth from several different sources
Bring water to a boil. Remove from heat. Pour in bonito flakes and let sit for 3-4 minutes. Strain broth through sieve or cheesecloth. Disgard bonito flakes or reserve them for another recipe.
Bring broth to a boil again. Add wakame, mushrooms, and tofu. Simmer 5 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix the miso with some of the hot broth to make a paste. Then add a cup of the broth and mix well. Add miso mixture to the pot. Stir ingredients and serve.
Makes 6 small servings or 3 large bowls.