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Add the rinsed quinoa in a medium nonstick skillet over medium or medium-high heat.
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Toast the quinoa until golden, brown and aromatic, stirring often, about 8 minutes.
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Transfer the toasted quinoa into a medium saucepan with 2 cups of stock or broth or water.
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Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
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Off the heat and let sit for another 5 minutes with the lid on.
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Fluff with a fork.
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Transfer into a large mixing bowl.
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Meanwhile in a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat until hot.
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Add the red onions, stirring often, and cook until the onions are browned and soft, about 6 minutes.
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Add the cumin and hazelnuts, stirring frequently, and toast the nuts for about 3 minutes until slightly browned.
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Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, and cook for about 1 minute.
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Add spinach, stirring often, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the spinach leaves are all wilted.
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Stir in the garlic, and cook for another 2 minutes until cooked through.
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Transfer the spinach-hazelnut mixture into the large mixing bowl with the cooked quinoa.
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Add the feta cheese, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and stir until well combined.
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Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
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Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
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While the vegetables are cooking, half the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
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Rub the outside of bell peppers with a bit olive oil, brush inside with more oil.
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Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
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Place prepared bell peppers into a large casserole dish coated with cooking spray.
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Spoon each halved bell pepper with about 1/4 to 13 cup of mixture, depending on how big your peppers are.
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Bake in the oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the tops are browned and the peppers are cooked.
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Remove from the oven, and let sit for about 5 minutes.
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Serve warm with a mixed green salad if desired.
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Note: Toasting quinoa in pan really develops tons of deliciousness from quinoa.
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But if you don't have enough time, just boil the quinoa directly with broth or water, it will be still tasty.
