Cold Sesame Noodles

Makes 4 servings

Better then takout. Nice summer dish. Great for picnics.

ingredients

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 lb. linguine
chopped scallion
cucumber
sesame seeds (to garnish)

directions

In saucepan over medium heat, mix first 8 ingredients together (soy sauce to chicken broth), stir until thick and smooth. Cook linguine in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cool water. Mix linguine and sauce mixture in bowl. Serve cold or at room temperature with scallions, cucumbers, and sesame seeds as garnish.