Chinese Noodles with Peanut Sauce

Mary Lee’s mother’s recipe

12 oz. noodles

Peanut Butter and Pepper Sauce
2 Tablespoons peanut butter diluted with 3 Tablespoons warm water
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sugar
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
1 Tablespoon wine vinegar
2 Tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon cayenne
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 Tablespoons finely chopped scallion

Mix all ingredients except garlic and scallion into a very smooth sauce. Add garlic and scallion before serving.

Selection of Garnishes:
Chopped scallions
Chopped cilantro
Fresh Chinese bean sprouts
Fresh raw snow peas
Sliced cucumber
Fresh spinach
Shredded cooked chicken

Cook the noodles "al-dente," drain, and allow to cool.Pour sauce over the noodles and toss to coat. Each person males a selection of garnishes and serve.