On Tue, 09 Dec 2003 00:01:16 GMT, Tara > wrote:

>On Mon, 8 Dec 2003 11:46:32 -0500, "Cate"
> wrote:
>

>>my main request is that I'm looking for a meatless pasta or rice salad
>>(ie., cold) recipe

>Sesame noodles

My thoughts, exactly. I cook noodles or spaghetti, drain, toss with a
little sesame oil. and chill. I 'dress' with a little more sesame oil,
and some veg oil, rice vinegar, Thai chile flakes, chopped green
onions (are we done with Hep A yet?), chopped cilantro, a little soy
sauce, and black pepper. Optionally, this can accomodate many veg
additions -- finely sliced celery, sliced water chesnuts, roasted &
peeled peppers, etc. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and/or chopped
peanuts (allergy warning!). Diced/shredded chicken is also good, if
the vegetarian doesn't show up.