Simple Japanese Stock

• 4 inches piece kombu seaweed
• 5 dried shiitake mushrooms
• 5 cups water

1. Wipe kombu with a damp cloth.
2. Place all ingredients in a soup pot.
3. Bring to a boil.
4. Remove from heat
5. Let steep for 1/2 hour.
6. Strain and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

shiitake mushrooms, water

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/simple-japanese-stock-205820 (may not work)