Soba Noodles

1. 1

   To prepare the tofu, combine the first 6 ingredients (hoisin sauce - sesame oil) in a bowl and then add the tofu, tossing to coat.

2. 2

   Let stand 1 hour.

3. 3

   Preheat oven to 375-degrees F.

4. 4

   Drain tofu, reserving marinade.

5. 5

   Arrange tofu on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.

6. 6

   Pour marinade over the tofu.

7. 7

   Bake for 30-40 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and cool and then cut into 1/4-inch thick pieces.

9. 9

   To prepare broth combine the next 5 ingredients (broth - soy sauce) in a large pot or saucepan.

10. 10

    Heat until hot and then cook for 10 minutes.

11. 11

    Stir in tofu and green onions and cook until liquid returns to a boil.

12. 12

    Stir in spinach, cooking and stirring until wilted.

13. 13

    Turn off heat.

14. 14

    To prepare noodles, bring a large pot of water to a boil and add noodles, stirring to separate.

15. 15

    When water returns to a boil, reduce heat to medium and cook for 3-5 minutes.

16. 16

    Drain noodles, rinse and divide among serving bowls.

17. 17

    Spoon broth mixture over noodles.

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