Ww 3 Points - Asian Sesame Noodles

Ingredients

• 2 cups fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1 scallion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
• 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
• 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti or linguine
• thin buckwheat noodle
• 1 small carrot, finely shredded
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Directions

1. 1

   Combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, peanut butter and garlic in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the scallion, lemon juice and sesame oil.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package directions.

5. 5

   Drain; rinse under warm running water and drain again.

6. 6

   Combine the spaghetti, the sauce, carrot and sesame seeds in a large bowl.

7. 7

   Toss gently to mix.

8. 8

   Serve warm or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

9. 9

   Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before serving.

10. 10

    3 Points for 2/3 cup.

11. 11

    Sesame Seeds:.

12. 12

    To toast sesame seeds, place them in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Watch them carefully when toasting; seeds can burn quickly.