Spicy Pesto Soba Noodles

Pesto
1 C fresh basil leaves
1/2 Cup fresh mint leaves
1 Clove garlic
1/4 Cup of Garlic EVOO
1 - 2 T Toasted Sesame Oil
Salt to taste

Place the basil leaves, mint leaves, garlic and salt and pepper in a food processor or blender. Pulse for 1-2 minutes. With the processor running slowly pour the Garlic EVOO into the bowl through the feed tube and process until thoroughly pureed. Add Toasted Sesame Oil and pulse a few more times.

3/4 lb. soba noodles
1/2 lb. snow peas, ends snapped, strings removed, sliced on angle in small pieces
1/2 tsp. salt
2-3 green onions, sliced thinly or chopped chives.

In a large pot bring salted water to a boil. Add noodles and gently boil for 5-6 minutes. Rinse under cold water and drain.

Bring another large pot of water to a boil. Add salt and snow peas and blanch for 10-15 seconds. Drain, refresh in cold water, and drain again. Blot dry with paper towels.
In a bowl, toss together the noodles and the pesto. Add the snow peas and green onions. Toss lightly.
Serve and enjoy!

This comes from my friend, Carol Genovese.