Bacon Quinoa with Almonds and Herbs Recipe

Name: Bacon Quinoa with Almonds and Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup slivered almonds; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 2 thick slices of applewood-smoked bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 small shallot, minced; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 2 cups chicken stock; 1 sage sprig; 1 tablespoon minced chives; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley; Salt and freshly ground white pepper

Servings: persons

1/3 cup slivered almonds
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 thick slices of applewood-smoked bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 small shallot, minced
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups chicken stock
1 sage sprig
1 tablespoon minced chives
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Salt and freshly ground white pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 350.
2
Spread the almonds in a pie plate and toast in the oven until golden brown, 4 minutes; let cool.
3
In a medium saucepan, heat the oil.
4
Add the bacon and cook over moderately high heat until the fat has rendered, about 2 minutes.
5
Add the shallot and cook, stirring a few times, until softened but not browned, about 1 minute.
6
Add the quinoa, stock and sage and bring to a boil.
7
Cover and cook over low heat until the stock has been absorbed, about 17 minutes.
8
Remove the quinoa from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
9
Discard the sage and fluff the quinoa with a fork.
10
Stir in the chives, parsley and toasted almonds.
11
Season the quinoa with salt and pepper and serve.

550

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup slivered almonds, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 2 thick slices of applewood-smoked bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice, 1 small shallot, minced, and more.

Yes, Bacon Quinoa with Almonds and Herbs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bacon Quinoa with Almonds and Herbs

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