Ichiban Dashi ( Basic Soup Stock)

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Title: Ichiban Dashi ( Basic Soup Stock)
Categories: Japanese, Soups
Yield: 1 servings

4 pt Cold Water
1/2 oz Katsuobushi
3 Inch Square Kombu

Pour 4 pints of cold water into lg saucepan and bring
it to boil. Drop in Kombu, and bring just to boil
again, then remove the Kombu and set aside. Stir in
the Katsuobushi and turn off heat. Let rest for 2
minutes, then skim off scum. Strain out Katsuobushi.
Set both aside. The Stock may be used immediately or
can be used up to 8 hours later. Can be kept in
fridge for up to 2 days.

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