Nubbly Quinoa

1. 1

   Place the quinoa in a sieve and rinse under cold running water for about 1 minute.

2. 2

   Finely chop the onion and carrots.

3. 3

   Heat the oil in a medium-size saucepan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add the onion and carrots and saute, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent, 4 to 5 minutes.

5. 5

   If the vegetables begin to stick to the bottom of the pan, add a tablespoon of water and continue to cook.

6. 6

   Add the quinoa and saute for another minute.

7. 7

   Add the broth, the salt, and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Cover and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand covered 5 minutes longer.

10. 10

    Adjust the seasoning and fluff up the grain with a fork before serving.

11. 11

    Variation

12. 12

    No-Frills, Fail-Safe Quinoa: After rinsing the grain, cook it in boiling salted water until tender, 12 to 15 minutes.

13. 13

    Drain for at least 5 minutes before using further to ensure it wont be waterlogged.

14. 14

    To reheat, simply saute it in oil or butter, or dress it with 1/4 cup salad dressing of your choice and serve it in a salad.

15. 15

    Fluff it up with a fork before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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