Homemade Udon Noodles

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add water; stir with a fork or chopsticks until dough looks like shaggy clumps. Knead until dough comes together into a ball, adding water as needed. Place into a large plastic or reusable bag; let rest 45-60 minutes.
2. While still in bag, roll dough to 1/2-in. thick, rotating often. Remove from bag, fold dough over itself twice. Return to bag, rest 5 minutes. Repeat rolling and folding process four times until dough is smooth and not sticky. Remove from bag to lightly dusted surface. Roll dough to 1/4-in. rectangle.
3. Dust dough liberally with cornstarch. Fold in half from the long side, and then again to make a long strip. Using a sharp knife, slice into noodles 1/4-in. thick. Dust with additional cornstarch to prevent sticking.
4. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles; cook until noodles float to the top, 4-5 minutes. Stain, rise with cold water.