Instructions: Steep tea in water or stock until brewed, about 4 minutes. Remove tea bag.

Heat 1 qt heavy saucepan until warm over medium heat. Add olive and sesame oils. Immediately add onion, mushrooms, carrot, lemongrass or lemon zest, and garlic. Cook 4-5 minutes. Add tea; simmer gently 5 minutes. Pour into thermos.

When ready to eat, unwrap miso and drop in thermos. Cover and shake lightly.

Makes 1 large serving or two 1 cup servings.

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