Quinoa Hot Cereal Food

HOT QUINOA CEREAL

Steps:

• Combine quinoa flakes with liquid of your choice in a 2 - 2 1/2 cup microwaveable bowl -- I used a combination of rice milk and coconut milk the first time I made this.
• Microwave for 2 1/2 mins watching closely so it doesn't boil over. Use a larger bowl if you want to avoid a potential mess.
• Add in dried fruit, nuts, and sweetener (honey, agave nectar, maple syrup, sugar).
• Let stand for a few minutes or until it's at a temperature you can comfortably consume it without burning your mouth!

BLUEBERRY FLAX HOT CEREAL WITH QUINOA

Steps:

• Rinse quinoa well with water to remove bitter coating; drain.
• Place the water and quinoa in a small saucepan, bring to a boil, and cover. Reduce to a simmer and cook for ten minutes. Stir in the oats, cover and continue to cook for another five minutes, until the oats are tender. Remove from heat. Stir in the maple syrup and flax. Fold in the blueberries and top with milk, cream or yogurt, if using. Serve immedietely.

RAISIN SPICE HOT CEREAL WITH QUINOA

Steps:

• Rinse quinoa well with water to remove bitter coating; drain.
• Place almonds in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir frequently until almonds are toasted and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside.
• Combine quinoa, water, raisins, cinnamon, and nutmeg in the same saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the oats, replace cover, and cook for an additional 6 minutes. Add the almonds and sugar. Top with vanilla yogurt, milk, soymilk, or half and half cream, if using. Serve immediately.

MAPLE WALNUT HOT CEREAL WITH QUINOA

Steps:

• Rinse quinoa well with water to remove bitter coating; drain.
• Place walnuts in a small saucepan on medium-high heat. Stir frequently until the walnuts are toasted and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let walnuts cool slightly. Chop and set aside.
• Combine quinoa, water, and oat bran in a medium saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook for 12 minutes. Leave the saucepan on the burner, covered, for an additional 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the walnuts and maple syrup. Transfer to a bowl and top with milk, yogurt, or cream, if using.

QUINOA BREAKFAST CEREAL

Steps:

• Heat water in a covered pot to boiling.
• Meanwhile, dice dried apricots and measure other ingredients.
• Add all remaining ingredients to boiling water, stir well and return to a boil.
• Cover and reduce to simmer for 12 minutes, or until all water has been absorbed, stirring once or twice in the middle.
• Remove from heat, fluff (like you would rice), cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
• Serve in a bowl with milk (or dairy free milk alternative like soy milk, rice milk or almond milk), and a drizzle of honey if desired.