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<p>The 2012 Red Newt Gewurztraminer - Sawmill Creek Vineyards offers flavors of caramelized pineapple, mango, and apple pie.  The finish is rich and persistent.  This Thai inspired peanut dressing is rich, tart and poignant... a perfect match to this wine!</p>
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<p><strong>Ingredients for Dressing:</strong><br>1/2 cup sesame oil<br>1 1/2 cup vegetable oil<br>1/2 cup rice vinegar<br>1/2 cup white wine<br>1/4 cup soy sauce<br>2 Tbs ground ginger<br>1 Tbs garlic, minced<br>1/4 cup honey<br>2 oz chipotles in adobo, finely chopped, with seeds and sauce<br>1 lemon, zested and juiced<br>1/2 tsp cayenne pepper<br>1 cup peanut butter, creamy<br>salt and pepper to taste</p>
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<p><strong>Ingredients for Salad</strong>:<br>Udon noodles (or your favorite pasta or rice noodle)<br>Finely sliced and/or chopped red bell pepper, snap peas, carrots… whatever is delicious and in the garden<br>Chopped green onion for garnish</p>
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<p><strong>Method:</strong><br>Whisk all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl until well blended. Taste and adjust.<br>Allow dressing to set overnight before using. Flavors will intensify. Store in the refrigerator.</p>
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<p><strong>Assemble the Noodle Salad:</strong><br>Choose your favorite noodle (udon, fettucini, rice noodles) and cook al dente according to instructions.<br>Drain, rinse with cold water and toss with a drizzle of olive oil (to prevent sticking together) <br>Chop up bell peppers and green onions.<br>Coat with spicy peanut dressing, add vegetables and garnish with chopped green onions.</p>
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