1. Heat water to a boil. Add vegetables and tofu.

Cook 5 minutes.

2. Remove 1/4 cup water and dissolve the miso in it.

Add miso water to soup, lower heat and cook, stirring for 1 or 2 minutes longer. Stir before serving, since good-quality misos tend to separate slightly. The American Vegetarian Cookbook by Marilyn Diamond/MM by DEEANNE