Spicy Pesto Soba

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Spicy Pesto Soba

 

1/2 pound snow peas, ends snapped, strings removed, sliced lengthwise in half

3/4 pound soba noodles, cooked until just tender, rinsed under cold water, and

drained

 

Spicy Pesto;

Blend to a paste in a food processor or a blender:

1 to 2 hot red chile peppers or 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

6 cloves garlic

1 cup fresh basil leaves

1/2 cup fresh mint leaves

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

 

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the snow peas and blanch for 10

seconds. Drain, refresh in cold water, and drain again. Blot dry with paper

towels.

In a bowl, toss together the noodles and the spicy pesto. Arrange the noodles on

a platter and arrange the snow peas.

Makes 6 servings.