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Prep time: 15 minutes, Cook time: 30 minutes, Serves 8 3 Tbsp. Pine Nuts, toasted 2 large onions, chopped 6 minced garlic cloves 1 Tbsp. Canola Oil 1 red or green bell pepper 4 tsp. ground cumin 4 tsp. ground coriander 2 cups Organic Quinoa 4 cups water 1 cup fresh basil, chopped 3 cups Organic Frozen Corn Salt and pepper, to taste Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. On an ungreased baking sheet, arrange pine nuts in a single layer. Bake for 3-5 minutes, or until slightly deepened in color. Set aside. In a large saucepan, heat onions and garlic in oil until tender. Add bell pepper, cumin and coriander. Continue to saute for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Rinse quinoa in a fine sieve under cold running water for 1-2 minutes. Add rinsed quinoa and water to saucepan, cover tightly and simmer for about 15 minutes. Stir in basil and corn, and cook 5-10 more minutes, or until quinoa is tender. Stir to fluff, then add salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with toasted pine nuts. Other Quinoa Cooking Tips Quinoa is an ideal substitute for rice, bulgar or couscous. For added flavor, cook in chicken broth instead of water. For a nutty flavor, toast quinoa before cooking. To toast, put quinoa in a non-stick saute pan with or without a small amount of oil. Heat to medium and stir constantly until golden brown in color. (It will pop while it toasts). Create a simple and delicious side dish for any meal by adding any of the following to cooked quinoa: sautéed onions; green pepper; mushrooms; toasted almonds, peanuts or other nuts; raisins or chopped dates; chopped parsley, cilantro or other herbs. |
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