Miso Soup

~Typical Japanese Miso soup with fresh vegetables that gives color and delicious flavor.~

6 ounces (150g) tofu

2 1/2 tablespoons Miso* (fermented soy bean paste)

3 cups soup stock or water, or 3 cups water plus 2 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon

1 green onion

1/2 cup small broccoli flowerets

*Available at oriental grocery stores or at large supermarkets

Instructions:

1. Cut tofu into 1/2 inch (1.2cm) cubes.

2. Cut green onion into 1-inch(2.5cm) long, then cut lengthwise into halves.

3. Cut broccoli diagonally into small pieces.

4. Heat soup stock in saucepan until boil; add green onion an broccoli pieces over medium heat. Mix Miso and 1/2 soup stock until creamy. Add to saucepan and stir soup lightly.

5. Add tofu cubes and bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Serve in small individual bowls. Add dash of pepper to soup if desired.