Jayne’s Peanut Butter Noodles

Ingredients

• 1/4 lb udon noodles
• water, for boiling
• 1/4 cup chicken broth (see note below)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, to taste (see note below)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce, to taste
• 2 tablespoons smooth low-sugar peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh onion
• 2 teaspoons honey, to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic, to taste (see note below)
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, for garnish
• 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts, for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   In a large pot of boiling water, cook noodles according to packages directions.

2. 2

   When noodles are almost done cooking, in a saucepan combine the broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, fresh yellow or white onion, honey, cayenne, and garlic, and cook over medium heat until the peanut butter melts, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low.

3. 3

   When noodles are done and drained well, add them to the saucepan and toss to coat.

4. 4

   Put on plates or in bowls and garnish with green onions and peanuts.

5. 5

   Makes 1 Jayne-sized serving, or 2 regular size servings.

6. 6

   Note: you can use more broth to get the sauce to the consistency you prefer. You can also use fresh ginger and minced fresh garlic if you have them available. Red pepper flakes are also a good addition!