Loaded Miso Soup

1. 1

   Bring 6 cups of water to a bare simmer and add one strip kombu; let it soak 10 minutes, then remove it and chop; set aside.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, saute a handful of sliced shiitakes in oil until crisp.

3. 3

   Whisk a cup of the water with 1/2 cup miso in a bowl until smooth.

4. 4

   Pour the miso mix into the water and add 1/2 pound silken tofu along with some shredded carrots, turnip and ginger, the chopped kombu and about a handful of cooked, shelled edamame.

5. 5

   Let stand long enough to heat the tofu through, about a minute.

6. 6

   Add some chopped scallions and the crisp shiitakes and serve.

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