I like food. And I like all kinds of food, from bacon to cookies to spinach to persimmons. I tend not to discriminate when it comes to tasty-licious food. [Note: of course cheese (and most dairy) as well as sauerkraut are exceptions here].
I tried quinoa a while ago. For the uninitiated, m-w.com defines it as
an annual herb (Chenopodium quinoa) of the goosefoot family that is native to the Andean highlands and is cultivated for its starchy seeds which are used as food and ground into flour
It is pretty tasty. My cousin made it with butter and fresh mushrooms from the farmer's market last summer. Until last week, I had only had it prepared for me. Last week I took the leap and cooked it for myself after stumbling upon a yummy recipe from 'Poor Girl Eats Well'.
The recipe -- Herbed Quinoa Risotta with Butternut Squash & Sweet Peas -- delivered. Me, being me, I used the recipe as a base rather than ACTUALLY following the recipe. I used vegetable broth, a sweet and bubbly wine, roasted sweet potatoes, plain old peas, and spinach. No cheese. It was still rich and delightful. Definitely a winter staple.
Now I feel adventurous and have a full belly. Mission Accomplished.
Love your Quinoa! It is wonderful! High in Fiber, and Protein. Use it any place you used to use rice and your body will thank you. What am I - you mother? Anyway, I have a recipie for a great mexican inspired salad if you want it. PS Trader Joes sells Red Quinoa - same stats, but much prettier. Also try Farro...same stats, but creamier - like barley. :)
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