Baked Quinoa and Oatmeal with Candied Pecans Recipe

Name: Baked Quinoa and Oatmeal with Candied Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons salted butter; 2 cups pecan pieces (about 8 ounces); 1 cup plus 4 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon unsalted butter; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 1 cup steel-cut oats; 4 cups water; Kosher salt; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon baking powder

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons salted butter
2 cups pecan pieces (about 8 ounces)
1 cup plus 4 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 cup steel-cut oats
4 cups water
Kosher salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon baking powder

1
Melt the salted butter in a saute pan over medium heat.
2
Add the pecans and toss to coat.
3
Add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon and the cayenne pepper, and stir until caramelized.
4
Spread pecans on a wax-paper lined baking sheet to cool for at least 30 minutes.
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees .
6
Grease an 8-by-8-inch or 11-by-7-inch baking dish with unsalted butter and set aside.
7
Bring the quinoa, oats, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and water to a rolling boil in a large pot.
8
Reduce heat, add the rest of the cinnamon and 1 cup brown sugar, and stir.
9
Let the mixture simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10
Once the water is absorbed into the grains, remove from heat, and let cool for 10 minutes.
11
Lightly beat the eggs and slowly add them to the quinoa and oats mixture, stirring constantly.
12
Add the baking powder and 1 1/2 cups of the cooled candied pecans and mix well.
13
Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, and sprinkle 2 tablespoons brown sugar on top.
14
Bake, uncovered, 25 to 35 minutes or until bubbly and brown on top.
15
Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes, then serve with remaining candied pecans on top.

1338

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons salted butter, 2 cups pecan pieces (about 8 ounces), 1 cup plus 4 tablespoons brown sugar, 3 tablespoons cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Baked Quinoa and Oatmeal with Candied Pecans falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Baked Quinoa and Oatmeal with Candied Pecans

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