Quinoa, Broccoli, and Cheese Casserole

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   Preheat the oven to 375F.

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   Bring 3 cups water to a simmer in a medium saucepan.

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   Stir in the quinoa, cover, and simmer gently until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet.

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   Add the onion and saute until golden.

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   Add the broccoli and about 1/4 cup water.

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   Cover and steam until the broccoli is just a little more done than tender-crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.

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   In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with the broccoli mixture and half of the cheese.

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   Season with salt and pepper and stir well.

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    Transfer the mixture to a lightly oiled, shallow 2-quart casserole.

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    Sprinkle evenly with the remaining cheese.

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    Bake until the top is golden and crisp, 20 to 25 minutes.

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    Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes, and serve.

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    Quinoa, Broccoli, and Cheese Casserole (this page)

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    or

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    Quinoa and Corn Pilaf (page 105)

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    Avocado and Pinto Bean Salad (page 45)

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    Warm flour tortillas

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    Sauteed zucchini and/or yellow summer squash

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    Calories: 284

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    Total Fat: 13g

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    Protein: 12g

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    Carbohydrate: 30g

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    Cholesterol: 20mg

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    Sodium: 129mg

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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