Crisp Quinoa Cakes With Pine Nuts and Raisins

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   Put the quinoa, a large pinch of salt and 2 1/4 cups water in a medium saucepan.

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   Bring to a boil, and then adjust the heat so that the mixture bubbles gently.

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   Cover, and cook, stirring once, until the grains are very tender and begin to burst, 25 to 30 minutes.

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   When they are starchy and thick, transfer them to a large bowl to cool for a few minutes.

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   Heat the oven to 200.

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   Fold the pine nuts, raisins, parsley, and Parmesan into the quinoa, and add a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper.

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   With your hands, form the mixture into 8 patties.

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   Put 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

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   When the oil is warm, cook 4 cakes at a time until the bottoms are nicely browned and crisp, about 4 minutes.

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    Flip, and brown on the other side, another 4 minutes.

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    Transfer the cakes to the oven to keep warm while you cook the second batch with another tablespoon of oil.

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    Serve with lemon wedges.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.