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What is red miso paste?

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Q.  Connie Asks:  I love your new cookbook, Cook without a Book: Meatless Meals!  I have been trying new recipes from it and ran into an ingredient I’ve never hear of.  Red miso…is it found in the spices?  Can you tell me what it is?

A.  Hey Connie, Miso is a wonderful savory paste made by fermenting rice, barley and/or soy (the most common is soy). It adds incredible depth of flavor–especially in vegetarian cooking. You’ll likely find it in the refrigerated health food section of the grocery store.

 

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Pam Anderson considers herself Every Cook. A New York Times bestselling author, she has been cooking nearly everyday for over 30 years. With seven published books, she brings satisfying recipes and sage advice to both novice and veteran cooks. Whether you’re on a quest for the perfect brownie, wanting to get dinner on the table effortlessly, hoping to entertain more simply, attempting to shed pounds permanently, or looking to eat delicious meatless, Pam can help. AARP’s official food expert, she is a chef contributor at Runner’s World magazine. Pam is former Executive Editor of Cook’s Illustrated magazine. Her food articles have appeared in many food magazines. She teaches cooking classes across the country and appears frequently on TV and radio. She currently is blogging at her new site, Copper House Events.

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