Vegan Miso Soup

1 Mix 1/2 cup of the water (make sure it is warm) with the miso paste until the miso is dissolved. Set aside.
0 Saute garlic in sesame oil or water in a soup pot over medium heat until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
2 Add the soy sauce/tamari, mushrooms, carrots, bok choy, and onions into the pot. Cook until the veggies are softened, about 5 minutes.
3 Add the rest of the water and tofu (if using). Bring to a boil, about 5 minutes.
4 Add in the water miso mix, noodles and spinach (if using). Cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. 
5 Serve hot!