------------------------------------DISH-----------------------------------12 oz Rotelle pasta 2 Carrots, cut into thin -slices 1 1/2 c Broccoli florets 1/2 lb Snow peas, trimmed, cut -1-inch pieces 4 Scallions, thinly sliced

1. In a small saucepan combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, lime juice, garlic, cayenne and hot water. Whisk the sauce together over moderate heat until smooth and hot.

2. In a kettle of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta for 5 minutes. Add the sliced carrots to the cooking pasta, stir and cook for 1 minute. Add the broccoli, stir and cook for 30 seconds. Add the snow peas, stir and cook for another 30 seconds.

3. Drain the pasta and vegetables in a colander. Transfer the pasta and vegetables to a large bowl and pour the hot sauce over the mixture, tossing to combine. Sprinkle with scallions and serve.

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