Miso is a smooth, dark puree made from soybeans, barley or rice with salt that is aged. Barley miso is used most often in daily cooking. If you are just starting to use miso, try Mellow Barley/Sweet White miso or Chick Peaso. These white and yellow misos are lighter and sweeter tasting. Other excellent misos are "hatcho" and "natto." Miso is primarily used in soups like … [Read more...]