Soba - If you are serving 6 or more, go ahead and cook the three packs in the package of soba noodles. If you are serving only two, cook one of the three packages.
Broth - The remains from the straining are wonderful added onto rice.
Quick pickles - In reality, you will most likely only need half of this pickle recipe but it is also really good with Mexican food or on sandwiches as well.